How attention changes the placebo effect
This study looks at how your attention influences the placebo effect—the real benefits you can feel from a treatment that has no active ingredient. It may help us understand why some people respond better to placebos, which could improve future treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and in good health, with a doctor’s certificate to prove it.
- You can come to a gym for the study sessions (the study will cover the gym fee if needed).
- You do not have any known heart, stomach, muscle, bone, or current respiratory problems.
- You are not allergic or intolerant to caffeine.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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