PsychologyJuly 4, 2026

reproducibility

/ˌriː.prəˌdjuː.səˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Definition

The quality of a scientific experiment or study being capable of being repeated by others with the same methods to achieve consistent results.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'reducere' (to bring back) combined with 'produere' (to bring forth). It entered English through late Latin and French, evolving to mean the capacity to produce something again, particularly in a scientific or mechanical sense.

In the news

In the context of the article series, the term refers to the rigor and reliability of psychological research, highlighting the need for transparent methods that others can verify. This is essential for ensuring that findings about youth mental health are robust and trustworthy.

Applying psychological science: Building population health supports to improve youth mental health

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