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Chi-squared tests are used to examine the relationships among categorical variables. However, they are difficult to use and interpret when more than 2 variables are involved. In such cases, it is better to use a related statistic, catted tog-linear analysis. This article is an introduction to tog-linear models, illustrating how they can be used to tease apart relationships among several variables in looking at the factors associated with photonumerophobia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This investigation focused on a theoretical issue addressing the question as to whether the Inmate Socialization Theory, Importation Theory, or some combination thereof could most effectively account for the perceptions and behaviors of residents at three community-based correctional facilities. The most parsimonious interpretation of the data requires both theories to most completely account for the findings.. Although lacking statistical significance (V = 15.39, E = 1.59, df = 9, 108, p = .13), the findings point to a trend in the direction of the institutional norms, clearly lending support to the Inmate Socialization view. The Importation position received support in the finding that the pre- and post-incarcerative status groups, based on their differing degrees of sensitivity to the social culture, approached the institutional norms differentially. Hence, an interactionalist position encompassing both the Inmate Socialization and Importation perspectives was supported. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]