Start with the observed finding in plain language. Include direction, magnitude, uncertainty, and the context in which it was obtained. Statistical significance alone is rarely an adequate summary.
Interpret before comparing
Explain the practical or theoretical meaning of the estimate, then compare it with relevant studies. Agreement and disagreement both need careful reasoning.
Separate evidence from hypotheses
If a mechanism was not measured, present it as a plausible hypothesis for future study—not as an explanation established by the data.
Close with calibrated implications
Recommendations should follow from the population, measures, setting, and size of the observed association.
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Alova, Chard Aye R. “From Statistical Output to a Defensible Discussion.” A&A Statistical and Research Consultancy Center, 17 Aug. 2026, https://aa-research-consultancy.ailaaniaalova.chatgpt.site/resources/results-to-discussion.
Alova, Chard Aye R. “From Statistical Output to a Defensible Discussion.” A&A Statistical and Research Consultancy Center. August 17, 2026. https://aa-research-consultancy.ailaaniaalova.chatgpt.site/resources/results-to-discussion.
Alova, C.A.R. (2026) ‘From Statistical Output to a Defensible Discussion’, A&A Statistical and Research Consultancy Center, 17 August. Available at: https://aa-research-consultancy.ailaaniaalova.chatgpt.site/resources/results-to-discussion (Accessed: 26 September 2026).
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