The Placebo: A Reader. Miller, Colloca, Crouch, Kaptchuk 9781421408668 New**

Name: The Placebo: A Reader. Miller, Colloca, Crouch, Kaptchuk 9781421408668 New**
Brand: Johns Hopkins University Press

Johns Hopkins University Press

Explore the multifaceted world of the placebo effect with "The Placebo: A Reader." This essential collection, edited by Franklin G. Miller, a bioethicist from the National Institutes of Health, brings together key readings that delve into the scientific, ethical, and clinical dimensions of placebos. Understand the power of belief and its impact on health outcomes. Ideal for students, researchers, and healthcare professionals interested in psychoneuroimmunology, medical ethics, and the nuances of patient care. Key themes include: - The history and evolution of placebo research - Methodological challenges in studying placebo effects - Ethical considerations in clinical trials and practice - The psychological and neurobiological mechanisms involved - Patient expectations and their role in treatment Product Summary: Johns Hopkins University Press paperback reader on the placebo effect, featuring contributions from bioethicist Franklin G. Miller. Covers scientific, ethical, and clinical aspects. Essential for anyone studying or working in medicine and related fields.