There was a consistent positive trait-mediated indirect effect of predators on algal biomass, across all resource levels and prey states.
However, there was a consistent positive association between studies, despite the use of different definitions.
In German hospitals, there was a consistent positive correlation between increasing department size and decreasing quality.
Fat mass is a consistent positive predictor of BMD in healthy children, and is higher in girls during puberty (Arabi et al. 2004).
There was a consistent positive association between QOF achievement rates and hospital admissions for all indicators apart from MH6 (documented comprehensive care plan) (table 4).
Although estimates of the differences between intervention and control schools were imprecise, it is encouraging to see that there was a consistent positive impact on the behaviours targeted (snacking, screen time and physical activity) and on anthropometric values.
Regarding psychosocial factors, research has shown that self-efficacy (confidence in the ability to be physically active in specific situations) is a consistent positive determinant of physical activity in children and adolescents [ 10, 12].
However existing research has found dissatisfaction with aspects of the occupational therapy home visit, despite there being evidence that there is a consistent positive association between patient experience and clinical outcomes [ 10].
Analyzing data according to gender, after age-adjustment there was a consistent positive relationship between subclinical hyperthyroidism with dementia (OR, 8.0; 95% CI, 1.5-43.4) and with Alzheimer's disease (OR, 12.4; 95% CI, 1.2-128.4) in men.
If traits are under strong consistent directional selection, we expect that the effects of the associated QTL will be in a consistent, positive direction.
