Amy Cuddy’s power pose research is the latest example of scientific overreach.

1/25/2016

This article criticizes the popular concept of "power poses" and challenges the scientific validity of the research conducted by Amy Cuddy, a social psychologist. The author argues that the claims made by Cuddy about the effects of power poses on confidence and hormone levels are exaggerated and not supported by robust evidence. It discusses the replication crisis in psychology and the tendency to overstate the significance of research findings. The article questions the credibility of the TED Talk and subsequent media coverage that popularized the idea of power poses as a way to boost confidence. It emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and skepticism when interpreting scientific research.

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