An alternative approach to frequentist meta‐analysis: A demonstration of Bayesian meta‐analysis in adolescent development research

We emphasize that in no way are Bayesian methods "superior" to frequentist methods, nor that frequentist methods should be abandoned. Instead, the two approaches should be viewed as familial, each with advantages and disadvantages, but strive at a common purpose. We hope for increased use of Bayesian meta-analyses, and Bayesian methodology at large, in adolescence research. Last, all R code is provided for readers to use as a foundation for their own research.