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Observational Studies

overall review score: 4.2
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Observational studies are research methods in which the researcher observes and analyzes behavior, phenomena, or processes without directly intervening or manipulating variables.

Key Features

  • No manipulation of variables
  • Observation of natural behaviors
  • Real-world settings
  • Correlational analysis

Pros

  • Provide valuable insights into real-world behavior
  • Can be less expensive and time-consuming than experimental studies
  • Allow for the study of rare events or long-term trends

Cons

  • Subject to biases and confounding variables
  • Cannot establish causation

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