Psychology
Psychology slipped into schools as left-brain/right-brain posters, learning-style quizzes, and tidy stories about how memory works. Some of those ideas were oversold research; others never had strong support. Browse the psychology claims that felt scientific in the classroom and how the field has since tightened up.
What you were taught
What we know now
Brain imaging shows both hemispheres work together for most tasks. Some functions are lateralized, but people are not globally "left-brained" or "right-brained" personality types.
Updated understanding emerged around 2013
What you were taught
What we know now
It was a common belief throughout history that the full moon influences human behavior.. The term "lunatic" is derived from the Latin word "luna" (moon), and the idea of werewolves and vampires being more active during the full moon is a common folklore. However, there is no scientific evidence to support this claim.
Updated understanding emerged around 1985