Quote by John L. Mcclenahan

It requires a great deal of faith for a man to be cured by his own placebos.

It requires a great deal of faith for a man to be cured by h

Summary

This quote suggests that to experience healing or improvement in oneself through the use of placebos (substances or treatments with no therapeutic benefit), a person must have strong belief or faith in their efficacy. It implies that the power of the mind and one's faith in the treatment can influence their perception of wellness or recovery, even if the treatment itself has no actual medical effect. Thus, the quote emphasizes the importance of the placebo effect and the significance of faith in the healing process.

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Medicine

By John L. Mcclenahan

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