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Abstract:
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This session will be a panel discussion on the topic of impostor syndrome. Impostor "syndrome", also referred to as the impostor effect or impostor phenomenon, refers to the experience of chronic self-doubt and sense of intellectual fraudulence despite evidence of success. It has been the subject of numerous studies and is quite common among students, academics, and other high achievers. Members of underrepresented groups, such as those defined by race, gender, or economic status, may be particularly susceptible, but studies differ on the relative risks and consequences. Some examples of professional impacts include lower likelihood of asking questions in seminars and conferences and of applying for awards or promotions.
This session will increase awareness of impostor syndrome, which is also the first step to overcoming it. We will provide background information on impostor syndrome and explore issues around impostor syndrome such as identifying and overcoming it, both for oneself and for mentees, and the impact on the profession of Statistics.
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