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Does self-help ... help? The problem with pop psychology
Does self-help ... help? The problem with pop psychology
Does self-help ... help? The problem with pop psychology
Saturday 8th January 2022
Explore the myths and realities of self-help and pop psychology in this revealing episode.
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Episode Overview
- Power posing lacks scientific backing despite initial popularity.
- Grit is less effective than intelligence in predicting success.
- Self-help can oversimplify complex societal issues.
- Replication is crucial for validating psychological research.
- Be sceptical of quick fixes in self-help advice.
"Power posing makes it seem like there are simple fixes to complicated problems."
Curious about how self-help and pop psychology impact our mental well-being? This episode of 'All In The Mind' takes you on a journey through the tangled web of popular psychology and its influence on our lives. Host Sana Khadar, along with guests Jesse Singel and Nick Haslam, dissect the phenomenon of power posing and grit, revealing the shaky foundations behind these once-popular ideas.
Amy Cuddy's power pose concept, which promised to boost confidence with simple body language, is scrutinised for its lack of scientific support. Similarly, Angela Duckworth's grit theory, initially hailed as a breakthrough in predicting success, is shown to be less effective than previously thought. The episode explores how pop psychology often oversimplifies complex societal issues, leading us to believe in easy fixes for deeply rooted problems.
Jesse Singel highlights the pitfalls of relying on quick fixes like power posing, which can divert attention from more substantial solutions. Nick Haslam discusses the blurred lines between self-help and pop psychology, cautioning against taking unverified advice too seriously. Listeners are encouraged to approach psychological advice with a sceptical eye and to appreciate the importance of rigorous scientific research. While self-help books and pop psychology can offer some guidance, they are no substitute for professional therapy or evidence-based practices.
So, if you've ever wondered whether self-help really helps, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how we perceive psychological advice. What are your thoughts on the role of pop psychology in our lives? Can we trust self-help books to guide us towards better mental health? Dive into this episode for an enlightening discussion.