As a marketer, I can tell you that logical fallacies are used in advertising all the time. You find them in a variety of messages that bombard you daily. As a matter of fact, you’re probably so used ...

Logical people are typically less biased. It makes sense semantically, but I’m also referring to the research. Studies show that participants who score higher on measures of logical reasoning or who ...

To say that it does is a logical fallacy. However, correlation absolutely can be evidence for causation, the quality of which depends upon, for example, whether the correlation is actually feasible, ...

Six classes remain in the free, public series at Indiana University South Bend. Topics include digital media and influencing ...

In any discussion of evolutionary psychology, or human sciences in general, it is very important to avoid two logical fallacies. They are called the naturalistic fallacy and the moralistic fallacy.

If you’re hoping that this AI-powered logic analyzer will help you quickly debug that wonky digital circuit on your bench with the magic of AI, we’re sorry to disappoint you. But if you’re in luck if ...

The catchphrase “settled science” demonstrates the “Appeal to Closure” logical fallacy, as well as “Argument from Ignorance” and “Argument from Consequences.” As a scientist, I am aware that nothing ...

Can a creationist handle genuine criticism? Apparently not. This commentary unpacks Kent Hovind’s reaction to an atheist blog that dared to question his claims. With trademark wit, Simon Dan exposes ...

If you’ve made statements like “It’s natural, so it’s healthy!” or if you believe that no naturally-occurring substance can cause harm, then your logical fallacy might be “appeal to nature.” It's a ...

I was the first of the service staff to arrive, 45 minutes before we opened and 15 minutes before I was scheduled. In the restaurant business, many service people are less concerned with their hourly ...