You Know It's a Placebo... So Why Does It Work?

DeStrider · 2023-12-20T01:53:13.693Z

You Know It’s a Placebo. So Why Does It Still Work?

As researchers try to make sense of “open-label” placebos—fake drugs that proudly announce their fakeness—the mysterious effect is starting to show up beyond the world of medicine.

John_Hemming · 2023-12-20T08:09:58.829Z

Probably a reduction in stress and cortisol. This probably lies behind homeopathy being quite well liked by some.