Tag: Placebo Effect
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The Illusion of Efficacy: Examining Homeopathy and Its Place in Modern Medicine
Homeopathy remains a hotly debated topic within both the medical community and public discourse. Its origins date back to the late 18th century, with Samuel Hahnemann’s theory that ‘like cures like.’ This theory posits that substances causing symptoms in healthy individuals can be used to treat similar symptoms in sick individuals when administered in minuscule…
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The Growing Debate Around Psychedelics and Their Effects on Clinical Trials
Psychedelics, a class of substances known for their mind-altering effects, have long been at the center of both intrigue and controversy. As research into their therapeutic potential gains momentum, especially in the treatment of PTSD and other mental health conditions, a critical question arises: How do these substances challenge the traditional paradigm of randomized controlled…