Delving into the Vast Abyss: Fifteen Unsolved Mysteries in Science that Leave Experts Scratching Heads

The Placebo Effect

The placebo effect, where patients improve after receiving a treatment that has no therapeutic value, is a well-documented phenomenon in medicine. Despite its widespread occurrence, how the placebo effect works remains a mystery. Is it due to psychological factors? Or does it involve physiological changes in the body? Understanding the placebo effect could revolutionize healthcare.