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Psychology myths test
Popular psychology is full of ideas that sound right: that venting releases anger, that memory works like a recording, that liars can’t look you in the eye. Many have been tested, and failed.
Question 1 of 10
You’re furious. What does punching a pillow or venting usually do?
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About this test
Every wrong answer here is a named myth, with what the research found after each question. At the end you get a course that starts from the ones you believed.
Questions people ask
Does venting anger help?
Research suggests it tends to keep anger going. Calming down, taking a break or distracting yourself usually works better.
Is memory reliable?
It’s reconstructive: rebuilt each time you recall it. Memories can change and still feel certain, which is why eyewitness testimony can go wrong.
Do opposites attract?
Mostly not. Studies find people tend to choose partners who are similar to them.