Debunking the Misconception of Correlation and Causation
The article discusses common misunderstandings between correlation and causation, emphasizing the importance of correctly interpreting statistical data to avoid false conclusions.
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Reevaluating OCD's Origins Beyond Brain-Based Theories
A new study suggests that gut bacteria may play a causal role in the development of OCD, identifying specific bacteria linked to increased or decreased risk, which could lead to novel treatment strategies in the future.
The Future's Impact on the Past in Quantum Physics.
The 2022 Nobel Prize in physics highlighted the challenges quantum experiments pose to “local realism.” However, a growing body of experts propose “retrocausality” as a solution, suggesting that present actions can influence past events, thus preserving both locality and realism. This concept offers a novel approach to understanding causation and correlations in quantum mechanics, and despite some critics and confusion with “superdeterminism,” it is increasingly seen as a viable explanation for recent groundbreaking experiments, potentially safeguarding the core principles of special relativity.
The Autism-Lithium-Drinking Water Connection: What You Need to Know.
A new study has found a correlation between pregnant people drinking water that contains higher levels of lithium and a "moderately higher risk" of having children who were later diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, experts are urging caution and stating that causation is not proven. The study did not involve any original bloodwork or medical examination, and the research just looked at a single European country. More research is needed to establish a causal link between lithium consumption and ASD.