Review:
Longitudinal Study
overall review score: 4.5
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A longitudinal study is a research design in which the same individuals are followed over a period of time to observe changes or trends.
Key Features
- Follows the same individuals over time
- Allows for observing changes and trends
- Helps establish causality
- Can track development or progression of diseases
Pros
- Provides valuable insights into development and behavior
- Allows for establishing causality
- Can track changes over time
Cons
- Time-consuming and resource-intensive
- May have high attrition rates
- Difficult to maintain consistency over long periods