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Addressing HARKing and p-hacking in research

A researcher is struggling with their PI's approach to research, which involves HARKing (Hypothesizing After Results are Known) and p-hacking. The PI encourages running analyses without considering confounders or mediators, and then adjusting the approach until a statistically significant result is obtained. This creates a problem for the researcher, who wants to practice rigorous research methods but is dependent on the PI for funding and support.

Social Sciences, Psychology, Industrial-Organizational Psychology