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The placebo effect

Placebos are a trending topic in the public discussion on health. One section of this website contains some articles on the subject by colleagues.

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Facing modern-day stress with time-tested tools

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By Tony Lobl

Stress is not a new concept, but we live in an age which is constantly creating fresh varieties of angst to add to our mental in-tray.

Unsurprisingly, new technology and one of its central planks – the ubiquitous email – seem to be prime culprits.

This blog by Tony Lobl was published on the Independent on May 10, 2012.

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