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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychology
  • Research Methodology
  • Statistical Reporting

Background:

  • Statistical reporting standards in scientific disciplines evolve to enhance research rigor.
  • Forensic psychology has specific needs for robust statistical practices due to its applied nature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the trends in statistical reporting in forensic psychology from 2000 to 2020.
  • To assess adherence to recommended statistical best practices in published research.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of 813 empirical articles across six forensic psychology journals.
  • Analysis focused on the use and interpretation of null hypothesis significance testing (NHST), effect sizes (ESs), confidence intervals (CIs), and Bayesian statistics.

Main Results:

  • Null hypothesis significance testing (NHST) remains the predominant statistical method.
  • Reporting of effect sizes (ESs) and confidence intervals (CIs) has increased, but their interpretation is limited.
  • Bayesian statistical methods are infrequently utilized.

Conclusions:

  • Forensic psychology shows a slow adoption of recommended statistical reporting reforms.
  • Continued reliance on NHST hinders reproducibility and informed decision-making.
  • Journals are urged to promote the adoption of advanced statistical practices.