Implications of Covariance Structure Analysis (LISREL) Versus Regression Models for Counseling Research

Mary Louise E. Kerwin; George S. Howard; Scott E. Maxwell; John G. Borkowski

doi:10.1177/0011000087152007

Implications of Covariance Structure Analysis (LISREL) Versus Regression Models for Counseling Research

Mary Louise E. Kerwin, George S. Howard, Scott E. Maxwell, John G. Borkowski

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The advent of new types of multivariate techniques, such as covariance structureanalysis, has the potential for reshaping research on counseling processes.Covariance structure analysis is more theory driven and confirmatory in naturethan regression analysis. Following a description of its strengths and weaknesses, adetailed example is provided showing how the use of covariance structure analysiscan improve research sophistication and theory development in counselingpsychology.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	287-310
Number of pages	24
Journal	The Counseling Psychologist
Volume	15
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/0011000087152007
State	Published - Apr 1987
Externally published	Yes

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Applied Psychology

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