Weekly Problem no.9. The Simpson’s Paradox

Simpson’s Paradox: A Causal Inference Challenge by Yildiz Culcu The Medical Treatment Paradox You’re the lead researcher at a major hospital analyzing a new treatment for a chronic condition. Here’s the aggregated data from two hospitals over one year: Hospital

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This cognitive bias is the reason people get misjudged, defamed and gaslighted

If you lack data, keep quiet. Here’s why.

It’s like forming an opinion about a restaurant from one unsavory meal or questioning a medical treatment’s effectiveness due to a smattering of adverse outcomes. This phenomenon, known as “small sample bias” or the “law of small numbers,” can significantly distort our judgments and decision-making processes. It’s a deceptive detour that frequently misleads us.

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When even AI tells you-you are unattractive!

The Role of AI and Pearson Correlation Coefficient” – Discover how artificial intelligence and cognitive psychology have enabled researchers to explore the relationship between ordinary and attractive faces. Learn how the Pearson correlation coefficient helps evaluate the strength of the linear relationship between different facial features and perceived attractiveness. Dive into the latest facial attractiveness research, including the construction of face databases and the proposal of a comprehensive facial attractiveness evaluation system. Explore the potential and significance of AI-based on cognitive psychology in studying human emotions and understanding facial aesthetic preferences.

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