The author argues that the placebo effect is not a real healing effect but rather a product of response bias and questionable research practices. The belief in the placebo effect is largely based on misconceptions, including the idea that placebos are powerful healing agents. Studies showing the effectiveness of placebos may contain errors and exaggerations, leading to a false perception of the placebo effect. The author also highlights flaws in placebo-controlled trials and discusses how the placebo effect is not as significant as it is commonly believed to be. Overall, the evidence suggests that the placebo effect may not be a genuine healing effect but rather a psychological phenomenon.
https://carcinisation.com/2024/11/13/a-case-against-the-placebo-effect/