The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology #79: Pain & Placebo - Apkar V. Apkarian, PhD
Oct 12, 2021
Apkar V. Apkarian, PhD, a trailblazer in neurochemistry at Northwestern University, discusses the fascinating dynamics of pain and the placebo effect. He delves into how pain perception is influenced by brain processes and environmental factors. The conversation highlights the use of meditation in pain management and the remarkable ability of placebos to deliver real relief. Dr. Apkarian also shares ambitious goals to develop new pain relief medications while championing open science, ensuring transformative research is accessible to all.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Neuroscience of Pain: Perception and Implications
02:01 • 24min
Balancing Meditation and Chronic Pain Management
26:12 • 4min
The Power of Placebo: Mind Over Matter
30:06 • 17min
Exploring the Intersection of Pain and Self-Awareness
47:20 • 2min
Ambitious Goals in Pain Research and Open Science Commitment
49:00 • 2min
The Intersection of Science and Pain Management
50:40 • 2min