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0 pointscluckindan8mo ago0 comments

Sarcasm aside: wearing a helmet causes riders to take more risks, leading to more accidents.

I’d still wear one, but also try to be more careful knowing that the helmet provides a false sense of security.

I do believe the analogy holds very true with programming habits.

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Did you read the abstract? It says the exact opposite:

> this systematic review found little to no support for the hypothesis bicycle helmet use is associated with engaging in risky behaviour.

What! You’re lying!

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0 pointscluckindan8mo ago0 comments

Sarcasm aside: wearing a helmet causes riders to take more risks, leading to more accidents.

I’d still wear one, but also try to be more careful knowing that the helmet provides a false sense of security.

I do believe the analogy holds very true with programming habits.

Did you read the abstract? It says the exact opposite:

> this systematic review found little to no support for the hypothesis bicycle helmet use is associated with engaging in risky behaviour.

What! You’re lying!

j / k navigate · click thread line to collapse