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Originally Posted by mikeod
Not a skeptic. I've just seen too many studies' conclusions refuted by subsequent studies. I need to see confirming studies before accepting the result of a single study. A case in point is the cell phone danger. Some studies say it is dangerous, avoid using the cell phone at the ear for extended periods of time. Other studies say it is safe to do so. Which to believe? Follow the money to see where bias may exist, and look at the science and methods used as well as the population selection and controls.
I also cast a jaundiced eye on news reports of study conclusions. They (the media) have a habit of rewording an author's conclusions from "suggest" to "indicate". A big difference.
I did not intend to cast doubt on the study in question, but more a general wariness of news media reports on studies and general concerns on funding sources.
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I am a mental health provider (psychotherapist). Don't let "research council", etc. fool you --these research groups often get large donations from pharmaceutical companies. Everyone should have a pharmaceutical company in their investment portfolio --they are very profitable. I am not anti-pharmaceuticals but in some areas these companies are scamming us and we need to be more aware.