Getting over the placebo effect has been a problem for many in clinical trials. I don't believe Prozac could pass these days. My understanding is that the placebo effect is better than Prozac. lol
Time will tell what happens with SSS. I was one of the lucky ones that had flipped out of it to use the money in some day trades to build some cash and wasn't in when it tanked. At this point, I wouldn't get back in until they have there current issues resolved.