Clinical Study–349

'On Over-Postulated Handicap Syndrome (OPHS)'

A review of self-reported ability under conditions of reduced pressure.

Abstract

This study examines the discrepancy between posted handicap values and observable performance under competitive conditions.

Findings

Subjects routinely submit scores recorded in low-pressure environments.
These scores are treated as representative.

When introduced to competitive conditions, performance declines.
The handicap remains.

In advanced cases, subjects express confusion regarding variance.

Conclusion

Finds that selective score submission correlates with inflated self-assessment.

The number persists.
Performance does not.

Notes From the Field

Subject referenced handicap repeatedly.
Evidence did not cooperate.