Elements of structural equation models (SEMs) / Kenneth A. Bollen.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bollen, Kenneth A., Author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Structural equation modeling.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xv, 628 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Cambridge, United Kingdom ; New York, NY : Cambridge University Press, 2026.

Summary:

Elements of Structural Equation Models (SEMs) blends theoretical foundations with practical applications, serving as both a learning tool and a lasting reference. Synthesizing material from diverse sources, including the author's own contributions, it provides a rigorous yet accessible guide for graduate students, faculty, and researchers across social, behavioral, health, and data sciences. The book covers essential SEM concepts - model assumptions, identification, estimation, and diagnostics - while also addressing advanced topics often overlooked, such as Bayesian SEMs, model-implied instrumental variables, and categorical variables. Readers will gain insights into missing data, longitudinal models, and comparisons with Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs). By presenting complex technical content in a clear, structured way, this authoritative resource deepens readers' understanding of SEMs, making it an indispensable guide for both newcomers and experts seeking a definitive treatment of the field.

Notes:

Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Feb 2026).

ISBN:

1-009-31279-0

1-009-31280-4