scholarly journals A New Look at the Factor Structure of the MHC-SF in Iran and the United States Using Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling

2016 ◽  
Vol 72 (7) ◽  
pp. 701-713 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohsen Joshanloo
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
The United States ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
New Look

A new look at the big five factor structure through exploratory structural equation modeling.

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 471-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
Herbert W. Marsh ◽  
Oliver Lüdtke ◽  
Bengt Muthén ◽  
Tihomir Asparouhov ◽  
Alexandre J. S. Morin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Big Five ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
New Look

Career Calling in India and the United States

2016 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 688-702 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelsey L. Autin ◽  
Blake A. Allan ◽  
Meenakshi Palaniappan ◽  
Ryan D. Duffy
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
The United States ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Group Differences ◽  
Cultural Validity ◽  
Career Calling

The present study examined the cross-cultural validity of instruments used to assess the experience of searching for, having, and living out a calling. Using a sample of 336 Americans and 327 Indians, we used structural equation modeling to assess measurement invariance of three common scales used to measure calling: the Calling and Vocation Questionnaire (CVQ), the Brief Calling Scale, and the Living Calling Scale. Results showed partial measurement equivalence for the presence scale of the CVQ, indicating that it may be a valid measurement of within-group differences among Indian participants. Analyses on remaining scales showed borderline support for equivalence of factor structure and failed to demonstrate validity of cross-cultural comparisons. Implications for researchers and clinical practitioners are discussed.

scholarly journals Influences on Attitudes Regarding Potential COVID-19 Vaccination in the United States

Vaccines ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 582 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kendall Pogue ◽  
Jamie L. Jensen ◽  
Carter K. Stancil ◽  
Daniel G. Ferguson ◽  
Savannah J. Hughes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
The United States ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Vaccine Acceptance ◽  
The World ◽  
Short And Long Term

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the world, with the United States being highly affected. A vaccine provides the best hope for a permanent solution to controlling the pandemic. However, to be effective, a vaccine must be accepted and used by a large majority of the population. The aim of this study was to understand the attitudes towards and obstacles facing vaccination with a potential COVID-19 vaccine. To measure these attitudes a survey was administered to 316 respondents across the United States by a survey corporation. Structural equation modeling was used to analyze the relationships of several factors with attitudes toward potential COVID-19 vaccination. Prior vaccine usage and attitudes predicted attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination. Assessment of the severity of COVID-19 for the United States was also predictive. Approximately 68% of all respondents were supportive of being vaccinated for COVID-19, but side effects, efficacy and length of testing remained concerns. Longer testing, increased efficacy and development in the United States were significantly associated with increased vaccine acceptance. Messages promoting COVID-19 vaccination should seek to alleviate the concerns of those who are already vaccine-hesitant. Messaging directed at the benefits of vaccination for the United States as a country would address the second predictive factor. Enough time should be taken to allay concerns about both short- and long-term side effects before a vaccine is released.

Evaluating the Construct Validity of Ryff’s Scales of Psychological Well-Being Using Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 633-638 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hsien-Yuan Hsu ◽  
Tze-Li Hsu ◽  
KoFan Lee ◽  
Lori Wolff
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Construct Validity ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The United States ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Exploratory Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Measurement Models

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the construct validity of Ryff’s Scales of Psychological Well-Being (SPWB) using exploratory structural equation modeling (ESEM). The data were drawn from the national survey of Midlife in the United States conducted during 1994 and 1995. Measurement models assuming different number of factors (1-6 factors) and considering the effect of negatively wording items were specified and compared to determine optimal number of underlying factors. The discriminant validity was assessed following Farrell’s suggestions. The results showed the discriminant validity was questionable due to five indicators with considerable cross-loadings.

scholarly journals Does Stigma Toward Anal Sexuality Impede HIV Prevention Among Men Who Have Sex With Men in the United States? A Structural Equation Modeling Assessment

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 477-490
Author(s):  
Bryan A. Kutner ◽  
Jane M. Simoni ◽  
Kevin M. King ◽  
Steven M. Goodreau ◽  
Andrea Norcini Pala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
The United States ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Sex With Men
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