Posted by Racer on May 4, 2007, at 12:55:19
In reply to Placebo effect, posted by Declan on May 3, 2007, at 22:32:45
> Would it be possible to see if the placebo effect is stronger in those who are lonely and in need of attention and care (as are many depressed people)?
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> Is the placebo effect stronger in the elderly?
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>Also, the history of lithium should teach us something else: what elements are actually being used in the placeboes? It could be that something in the binders or fillers of those placeboes are actually active compounds. After all, some of us have experienced weird things with generics versus name brands -- I had an allergic reaction to generic fluoxetine, but have taken Prozac for years with no trouble.
And yes, your questions are interesting, too.
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