Does X Cause Y? A Deep Dive into Confusing Research
2025-02-14
An investigation into whether X causes Y reveals a chaotic landscape. Hundreds of studies, mostly observational, show correlation but not causation, plagued by confounding factors. A handful of more sophisticated studies offer intriguing but contradictory findings. Ultimately, the author concludes that X might cause Y, based on intuition, not robust evidence. The piece highlights the pitfalls of social science research and the inherent uncertainty in its conclusions.
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