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May 08 2025SCIENCE

Why Should You Believe What You Read in Psychology Journals?

Psychology is a field that studies the mind and behavior. It's a broad topic that touches many aspects of life. It's important to know if the information you read is reliable. One place where you might find psychology research is in a journal called "Psychological Science. " This journal is known for publishing studies that are carefully checked. But should you trust...

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Dec 15 2024SCIENCE

Peer Review: Does Blinding Really Make a Difference?

Scientists often rely on peer reviews to check their work. But does it matter if they know who wrote the paper? Some think yes, others no. Let's dive in! Imagine two types of peer reviews: single blind, where only the reviewer is hidden, and double blind, where neither knows who's who. A special study, called difference-in-difference, was done to see how these diffe...

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