Should we trust papers published in top social science journals? (with Daniel Lakens)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
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Beware the Illusion of Consensus in Research
The ego depletion effect serves as a critical example of how the scientific community can misinterpret findings. Despite nearly 200 studies initially supporting this effect, subsequent attempts to replicate the results proved unsuccessful, highlighting the prevalence of false positives in research. The phenomenon underscores the risks of p-hacking and the file drawer problem, where studies that fail to find significant results are often suppressed, leading to an illusion of consensus. This case serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of replication and transparency in scientific research to avoid misleading conclusions.
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