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Why is it important to base psychological theories on empirical evidence?
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Why is it important to base psychological theories on empirical evidence?
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Empirical evidence is objective and reliable, and better allows us to form accurate conclusions about human behaviour and mental processes. It also makes it easier to replicate studies, further building our understanding of psychological phenomena.
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