What is the placebo effect and how does it work?
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The Benefits of the Placebo Effect
The placebo effect is not just about positive thinking or wishful thinking. It involves complex, psychological and physiological mechanisms that are not fully understood. A person's expectations and personality can also have an effect on the outcome. More invasive, expensive or complex treatments tend to get stronger results. Unfortunately, it does not work for every person or every condition. And using placebos instead of effective treatments can be harmful.
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