PERSPECTIVE—Researchers Should Make Thoughtful Assessments Instead of Null-Hypothesis Significance Tests

What is it about?

Null-hypothesis significance tests (NHSTs) have been harming social science research. This article explains what is wrong with NHSTs and what researchers should do instead.

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Why is it important?

Several recent studies have revealed problems with current research methods. NHSTs are only a part of the problem but they are an important part. We need to use better methods.