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Empirical evidence refers to data or information that is gathered through observation, experimentation, or measurement. It is based on real-world observations rather than theory or speculation.

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What empirical evidence contradicts the notion that older adults cannot learn new skills due to decreased brain plasticity?
Which psychological treatment is most effectively supported by empirical evidence for reducing symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

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