Why do they tend to downplay it so much most of the time? Do they truly not think it will be painful? Or is there some other reason for that?
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Lookup Nocebo effect. It’s the opposite of placebo. Basically that if you’re expecting something negative you’re more likely to have a negative experience. If they say “this is going to hurt like a bitch” then everyone will hurt like a bitch. If they say pressure, some will still hurt like a bitch but more likely most people will feel pressure or at least less pain.
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