Quote by Ben Goldacre

You are a placebo responder. Your body plays tricks on your mind. You cannot be trusted.

You are a placebo responder. Your body plays tricks on your

Summary

This quote reflects the concept of placebo response, where a person's belief in a treatment or substance can result in perceived positive effects, even if it lacks any actual therapeutic properties. It suggests that individuals may experience subjective perceptions or changes in their body due to psychological factors, rather than a genuine physiological response. The quote emphasizes the idea that our minds can sometimes deceive us, influencing our perception of physical sensations. Thus, it implies that one's own judgment may be unreliable and shouldn't be solely depended upon.

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Humor Funny Science Medicine Mind

By Ben Goldacre

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