Park Study Finds an Association With Limits
Accounting for other factors is not the same as proving causation.
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In this lesson: Distinguish adjusted observational evidence from causal proof.
Grammar in this story: Adjustment for other influences
accounted for factors
Accounted for means included relevant factors in the analysis. It does not mean all possible confounding was removed.
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Give a cautious account of the study’s contribution.
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The observational study linked more frequent park visits with better social-emotional development and accounted for factors including family adversity. It does not prove causation, and further research is needed before generalising to other communities.
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