Empirical Support

Definition

Empirical support refers to the evidence or data obtained through scientific research that supports a particular theory, treatment, or phenomenon. It involves using objective observations and measurements to validate or invalidate claims.

Related terms

Experimental Design:

The way researchers set up their study to collect data systematically and minimize biases.

Control Group:

A group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment being studied but is used for comparison purposes.

Statistical Analysis:

The process of analyzing and interpreting data using mathematical techniques to determine if there are significant findings.