Why Only Knowing One Scientific Study is an Issue

If I really want to learn about something, I try to see what the true experts* on a topic have to say and try to read many studies on the topic so I can see the whole puzzle. If I were to just hear someone talk about one study or read one study myself, I’d only get one piece of the puzzle even it was a good study.

This is important because there have been a few times where I’ve seen one study posted or talked about that could have really skewed my viewpoint on a topic if I didn’t know the larger body of evidence. Often people want to be the first to talk about a new study, however, doing so without hearing what the experts have to say first or leaving out all of the other studies on a topic sometimes ends up misleading people, even if intentions were good.

If you want to gain knowledge on a topic, I encourage you to:

➡️Build an understanding on how to read studies and identify good studies from misleading ones.

➡️Seek information from true experts on the topic.

➡️If you do hear someone just talk about one study, acknowledge it’s just one piece of the puzzle (if that study is well done), and then seek out more information on the topic.

*An expert is someone who possesses extensive knowledge, skill, or experience in a particular field or subject. Experts typically have a deep understanding of the principles, theories, and practices within their domain and can apply this knowledge effectively to solve complex problems, make informed decisions, or provide valuable insights and guidance to others. They often have a track record of achievement, recognition from peers, and a demonstrated ability to consistently produce high-quality work or results in their area of expertise.

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