Tag: Psychology

Warning to Neuroscientists: Keep Away from Psychology!

The speaker critically examined the intersection of neuroscience and psychology, asserting that while neuroscience has valid scientific contributions, especially in studying brain functions like memory and cognition, psychology remains a pseudoscience lacking reproducibility, reliable clinical entities, and scientific rigor. The speaker highlighted major flaws in neuroscience studies related to psychological disorders, including small sample sizes, poor methodology, non-replicability, and the confounding influence of co-morbidities. Ultimately, the discussion emphasized that coupling immature neuroscience with pseudoscientific psychology undermines both fields, questioning the validity of constructs like ADHD and narcissistic personality disorder. Neuroscientists …

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ADHD: Fad? Environment-Individual Discrepancy

The discussion centered on the controversial nature of ADHD, questioning its legitimacy due to unclear diagnostic criteria and lack of definitive biological markers. Experts highlighted that ADHD symptoms may largely result from a mismatch between individual neurobiological capacities and environmental demands, with factors like sleep deprivation playing a significant role. The use of stimulant medications was described as providing temporary behavioral improvements, emphasizing the need for broader environmental and educational adjustments rather than solely relying on medication.

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