Monday, February 27, 2012

Treating Depression: Is there a placebo effect?



Here is a 13 minute video of an interesting 60 Minutes story that looks at how the placebo effect can be used to treat depression. This connects to the power of the mind and how simply by thinking we are taking a pill that will make us feel better people can feel better.

60 Minutes Story
February 19, 2012
A Harvard scientist says the drugs used to treat depression are effective, but for many, it's not the active ingredient that's making people feel better. It's the placebo effect.




60 Minutes Story


60 Minutes Story


60 Minutes Story

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