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Experiments at the University of Waterloo found that positive self-statements backfired for those who needed them most: people with low self-esteem felt worse, not better, after repeating affirmations.
A meta-analysis of 20 studies found that brainstorming groups generate fewer ideas than the same number of people working independently.
A systematic review of 25 RCTs found stretching had no injury prevention benefit, while strength training cut risk by over a third.
A study of 332 adults across five populations found total energy expenditure plateaus above moderate activity. Your body compensates.
Consumers were 10× more likely to buy jam when offered 6 options instead of 24. More choice led to worse decisions and lower satisfaction.
A pre-registered Oxford study of 1,004 adolescents using objective violence ratings found zero relationship with aggressive behavior.