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In cultures that believe in them, #curses can have real effects. It falls within the realm of #psychosomosis and the #NoceboEffect, where belief & expectation can worsen symptoms, and within limits, create symptoms where there's no need for them. www.humanreligions.info/curses.html #NoceboEffect

Apr 17, 2025, 5:18 PM

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