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Have you ever heard of "me-search?" If so, my guess is that its described as selfish or biased.

But these attitudes are unwarranted, and me-search can actually be positive for #psychscience

I discuss this here (1/4) https://www.psychologicalscience.org/observer/student-notebook-me-search">https://www.psychologicalscience.org/observer/...

Me-search in psych is probably more common than we give it credit. Yet, we seem to discriminate against those who disclose a personal connection or lived exp with their research.

This is seen in "advice guides" for students applying to grad programs(2/4) https://psyarxiv.com/9svfa/ ">https://psyarxiv.com/9svfa/&qu...

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With psychology application season upon us, prgms - more than other years - will rely on personal statements to admit students.

Please reconsider your reactions to when a student discloses a lived experience with their research topic (3/4)

Instead of viewing "me-search" as a negative, let& #39;s consider it with more nuance.

A lived experience / connection to research may lead to:
-Passion for a subject
-Creativity for an area
-The promotion of underrepresented research (4/4)

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