Going Beyond the Placebo Effect: the Impact of Mindset on Health

May 30, 2023

Studies indicate that placebos can have a meaningful effect on numerous health conditions, emphasizing the significant role that our mindset plays in our health and well-being. On this episode of the Business Group on Health podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Kari Leibowitz to dive deep into the fascinating research demonstrating the power of mindset. During our conversation, we go beyond the placebo and “nocebo” effect to explore the evidence-based connections between mindset and health and well-being. Listeners will walk away with actionable insights on how to transform their own health by shifting their mindsets, how physicians can deliver improved results through an empathy-focused bedside manner, and even how we can enjoy winter more by shifting our perspective.

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Kari Leibowitz, PhD | author of How to Winter: Harnessing Your Mindset to Embrace All Seasons of Life

LuAnn Heinen | Vice President, Business Group on Health

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Duration 46 min

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