The thing about correlation is that most people do not understand the concept. They believe that correlation between A and B always means that A caused B. Or they hear the phrase that "correlation is not causation" and then believe that A never causes B. The reality is far more complicated.
In the research world, where I live, finding a correlation can be a clue that A does cause B, and that is a rationale for doing more research to find the cause. A correlation can be completely random, it can mean that A and B have a common cause, or it can mean that A caused B.
If I throw nails in the road, and five cars that drive by on that road get flat tires the same day, I will not get very far telling the police that correlation is not causation.
Yes, they do; despite your "heroic" efforts to make a clear distinction with no discernable difference.
[[ “If I throw nails in the road, and five cars that drive by on that road get flat tires the same day, I will not get very far telling the police that correlation is not causation.” ]]
We’ve had our own flat tires (explosions!) [from “nails in the road”].
I understand what you are saying while realizing, at the same time, one’s mileage may vary. We have a friend who partakes in medical marijuana and he feels it does him some good.
But in our own bloodline, the intake of marijuana (not CBD oil with the THC removed), has been an ongoing nightmare for us as a family.
All those wishing to partake in marijuana for its health benefits, might seek out the possible side effects first, checking to see if it’s a worthwhile venture for them.
I appreciate your posts!