Handbook of Structural Equation Modeling

ables addition alternative analysis applied approach assessment associated assumed assumptions Behavioral Bentler categorical causal chapter coefficients common compared considered constraints construct continuous correlation covariance curve dependent described developed direct discussed distribution effects equal equivalent error estimates evaluation example factor factor analysis Figure fixed function given growth hypothesized identified important independent indicators individual interaction intercept interest interpretation invariance Journal latent variables likelihood linear longitudinal matrix means measurement mediation methods missing model fit Mplus multiple multivariate Muthén normal Note observed obtained parameter estimates parameters path population possible presented problem Psychological question random referred regression relations relationships represent response sample scale scores simulation solution specification squares standard statistical structural equation models studies Table theory tion types values vari variance