Analyse a longitudinal dataset for behaviour change
Read the full time series and separate real change from noise and seasonality.
What this prompt helps you do
The changes with their timing, likely causes, confounds ruled out, and confidence in each.
When to use it
Behaviour appears to have shifted and the change has not been tested against seasonality.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
Rule out seasonality and cohort composition before accepting a behavioural explanation.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.