What is a limitation of snapshot studies?

The limitation of snapshot studies is that they only capture behavior at one point in time. This means that they provide a static view of behavior, making it difficult to understand how that behavior may change over time. Since human behavior can vary widely due to numerous factors such as context, mood, and social influences, relying on a single moment can result in incomplete or potentially misleading conclusions. This lack of temporal depth can limit the ability to infer patterns, trends, or causations related to the behavior being studied. Hence, snapshot studies may miss the dynamic nature of psychological phenomena, which can lead to a narrow understanding of the subject matter.