Psychology: Common Myths and Miconceptions
What's the normal bates myth?
despite portrayals in Hollywood, individuals with DID are rarely violent or psychotic
Do people with schizophrenia have multiple personalities?
no
Do polygraphs actually detect lies?
no
Does memory work like a tape recorder?
no
In romance, do opposites attract?
no
What is the brain trauma myth?
no brain area can be destroyed without serious effects
Is suicide a mental disorder?
no, it may be a symptom of a mental disorder, but it is not classified as one itself
Are all mentally ill people dangerous?
no, most present little to no physical danger to affected parties
Are there quiet areas of the brain?
no, no distinct left or right side
Are there left and right brained people?
no, there is no actual evidence of this
Are victims of schizophrenia violent and hopeless?
no, with medication schizophrenics are non violent and can live happy and healthy lives
What is the schizophrenic mother myth?
that if a mother was schizophrenic, then the child is schizophrenic and the mother is at fault
What is the unused tissue idea?
unused brain tissue doesn't remain for long, and it can be taken over by other areas
Human beings only use 10% of their brains
you actually use 100% but not just at one