5 Things You Probably Get Wrong About Psychology
1. Psychologists and psychiatrists are not the same. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who prescribe and manage medications, while psychologists provide therapy. 2. Personality tests like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Big Five are not entirely reliable or accurate. 3. The 'left brain vs right brain' theory is a myth. Both sides of the brain show similar levels of activity. 4. The idea that 'opposites attract' in relationships is not supported by research. Couples are more likely to be similar rather than different. 5. The theory of learning styles (visual, auditory, reading, kinetic) is not supported by evidence. All students benefit from the same form of instruction, regardless of their alleged learning style.