Nocebo
noun
A nocebo is a substance or treatment that causes harmful effects based on a patient's negative expectations about it.
After reading about potential side effects, the patient experienced a nocebo effect and felt sick.
Usage tips
Formal
nocebo effect, nocebo response, nocebo phenomenon
noun
A nocebo is a substance or treatment that causes harmful effects based on a patient's negative expectations about it.
After reading about potential side effects, the patient experienced a nocebo effect and felt sick.
Usage tips
Formal
nocebo effect, nocebo response, nocebo phenomenon
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/2Medical Context
In healthcare, understanding nocebo helps physicians explain the impact of expectations on treatment outcomes.
Many patients may feel side effects due to anxiety about their treatment.
Pro Tip 2/2Psychological Influence
The nocebo effect underscores the importance of the mind in physical health.
A positive outlook can enhance treatment effects.
Pro Tip 1/2Medical Context
In healthcare, understanding nocebo helps physicians explain the impact of expectations on treatment outcomes.
Many patients may feel side effects due to anxiety about their treatment.
Pro Tip 2/2Psychological Influence
The nocebo effect underscores the importance of the mind in physical health.
A positive outlook can enhance treatment effects.
Pro Tip 1/2Medical Context
In healthcare, understanding nocebo helps physicians explain the impact of expectations on treatment outcomes.
Many patients may feel side effects due to anxiety about their treatment.
Pro Tip 2/2Psychological Influence
The nocebo effect underscores the importance of the mind in physical health.
A positive outlook can enhance treatment effects.
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