Season 1 · Episode 120
The Nocebo Effect: When Negative Expectations Make You Worse
Mental Minute · Hassen, Zsolt, & NotebookLM
July 4, 20258m 44s
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Show Notes
The Nocebo Effect occurs when negative beliefs or expectations cause real physical or psychological harm—just as the placebo effect brings benefits. This episode explores its scientific roots, real-world implications in medicine and mindset, and how our thoughts can unintentionally trigger pain, illness, or stress. Learn to break the cycle.