Debunking 20 Classroom Myths: The Truth Behind Common Misconceptions
Redditors shared various classroom myths and misconceptions they were taught that have since been disproven. These include the belief that strangers would give out free drugs on street corners and in Halloween candy, the misconception that all fat is bad for you leading to the popularity of fat-free foods, the debunked tongue taste maps, the false notion that people in legitimate pain don't get addicted to opiates and opioids, and the myth that George Washington's teeth were made of wood. These anecdotes highlight the importance of continuous learning and questioning information taught in schools.