Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Lack of scientific support refers to the absence or insufficiency of empirical evidence from research studies that validates a particular theory, concept, or claim.
Related terms
Empirical evidence: Information gathered through observation, measurement, and experimentation.