Logical fallacies EXPOSED! #2 The anecdotal fallacy
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Many people use logical fallacies in arguments. This is particularly common on social media. In this video, Dr Susan Oliver and Cindy the dog will be discussing the anecdotal fallacy. The anecdotal fallacy occurs when people use their limited personal experience to make sweeping conclusions or to dismiss statistical findings. If you see anyone using this fallacy, please share this video with them.
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Logical fallacies playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV1WqH0isjRxF4hiVlkEWc2NJ22WZrOxJ
Links to data:
What are the effects of smoking and tobacco? https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/smoking-and-tobacco/about-smoking-and-tobacco/what-are-the-effects-of-smoking-and-tobacco
Smokers’ accounts on the health risks of smoking: Why is smoking not dangerous for me? https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0277953610004545
Sorry Antivaxxer https://www.sorryantivaxxer.com/ ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JWheTr2tiQ
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