Hill's criteria Flashcards
1
Q
Strength of association
A
The stronger the association, the stronger the evidence is for cause.
2
Q
Consistency
A
Studies done in different circumstances and different ways with different people and different times should have the same results.
3
Q
Specificity
A
The more specific the relationship, the more likely the cause.
4
Q
Temporality
A
effect has to occur after the cause
5
Q
Dose response relationship
A
more exposure, more effect.
6
Q
Plausibility
A
The association agrees with the currently accepted understanding of biological processes.
7
Q
Coherence
A
Similar to plausibility, cause and effect doesn’t conflict with existing knowledge of science.
8
Q
Experiment
A
Certain health conditions can be changed through experimental interventions done on purpose.
