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  • jeffw@lemmy.world
    109·
    1 year ago

    The comment called the authors “kooks.” I am disputing that characterization. As you say, this has nothing to do with the study.

    Edit: 5 downvotes in 2 minutes… wow, is this breaking any rules that the person has so many accounts and manipulates votes?

      • jeffw@lemmy.world
        116·
        1 year ago

        I apologize if my comment was not clear. You’re correct, just posting a link is not sufficient. However, the lead author, Gordon Gallup Jr, created the mirror test (see https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/mirror-test#:~:text=A concept of self has,differentiate themselves from other individuals.)

        His work is pretty vital in our understanding or primate cognition. See his recent paper for an update: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2019-57425-001

        A quick google search gives look as: “a crazy or eccentric person.” He probably is quite eccentric, but I’d say “crazy” is a bit much. Merrimack Webster uses “one whose ideas or actions are eccentric, fantastic, or insane.” Feel free to share why you specifically think his writing demonstrates insanity

        Edit: 5 downvotes in 2 minutes again, to nobody’s surprise

          • jeffw@lemmy.world
            106·
            1 year ago

            I’m sorry, as I’ve stated from the beginning, this work is most likely not accurate. However, I don’t think exploring odd theories makes someone a “kook,” no. He’s a scientist exploring and publishing a review of the research.

            Again, your comment stated that the authors are kooks. I stated the lead author is quite respected and then provided evidence backing my comment. Again, if you have specific evidence or quotes as to why you think this man is crazy, I’m all ears.

              • jeffw@lemmy.world
                106·
                1 year ago

                so you just found some crazy study online by some academic kooks and, rather than apply an ounce of critical thought, you just believed it.

                My apologies again. What does “academic kooks” mean to you?

                  • jeffw@lemmy.world
                    85·
                    1 year ago

                    I really do apologize that I came across that way. I want you to know that I’m not some shill. I was being genuine and I really tried to back that up. Ig it’s just another misunderstanding on social media. I hope you have a good day though

                    Edit: odd how I had no downvotes and then I come here 5 minutes after the reply comment and I have 5 downvotes and the reply has 5 upvotes…