Horizon S51E7 — The Power of the Placebo

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Horizon•Season 51•Episode 7

The Power of the Placebo

7.8/10 · 11 votesFeb 17, 201460 min

Ranked #1 of 11 in Season 51•+0.7 vs season avg

Discussion

As they contain no active ingredient, placebo medicines and pills should not really work, but they are now being shown to be effective in helping treat pain and depression and even alleviating some of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. This programme explores why they work

Directed byOlly Bootle

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Olly Bootle

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Episode Summary

"The Power of the Placebo" is episode 7 of Horizon season 51. It scored 7.8/10 from 11 votes, ranking #1 of 11 episodes this season (season average 7.1). Directed by Olly Bootle, it aired on February 17, 2014.

Next: E8 · How You Really Make Decisions Best of Season 51