The Role of Patient–Practitioner Relationships in Placebo and Nocebo Phenomena

Conclusion: A patient-centered approach rooted in demonstrating care and empathy can positively enhance a patient's experience within the clinical environment and activate psychosociobiological adaptations associated with the placebo phenomenon. Pain patients could particularly benefit from non-invasive approaches for improving treatment effectiveness and quality-of-life.
Source: International Review of Neurobiology - Category: Neuroscience Source Type: research