Trust Me: Cults, Extreme Belief, and Manipulation Dr. Inna Kanevsky - Pseudoscience, TikTok Psychology, & Culty Psychologists
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May 9, 2024 Dr. Inna Kanevsky, psychologist, debunks pseudoscience in psychology TikToks and calls out popular psychology figures for peddling misinformation. She highlights the dangers of self-diagnosis, challenges with mental health labels, and the pain of changing beliefs. They discuss psychology cults, trauma theories, and the importance of critical thinking in navigating psychological theories.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Navigating Emotions and Biases in Decision-Making
04:11 • 5min
Navigating Diagnosis and Identity in Neurodevelopmental Conditions
09:30 • 15min
Exploring Psychology Cults and Cult-Like Behavior in the Field
24:23 • 2min
The Problematic Aspects of a Popular Book on Trauma
26:34 • 17min
Exploring Early Sciences and the Barnum Effect in Astrology
43:19 • 3min
Exploring Pseudoscience, Psychology, and Narratives
46:25 • 29min
Promoting Skepticism and Admitting Wrongness in Psychology
01:15:05 • 2min
Exploring Skepticism and Personal Experiences in Therapeutic Practices
01:16:52 • 2min