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Using Log-Linear Models for Longitudinal Data to Test Alternative Explanations for Stage-Like Phenomena: An Example from Research on Adolescent Substance Abuse.

Authors :
Miller, Todd Q.
Flay, Brian R.
Source :
Multivariate Behavioral Research. 1996 31(2):169-196.
Publication Year :
1996

Abstract

How log-linear models for multiwave longitudinal data can be used to test hypotheses relating to stagelike relationships between variables is demonstrated using data from research on adolescent cigarette and marijuana experimentation. Results with 2,658 adolescents show that the multiwave analyses allow the testing of several hypotheses. (SLD)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0027-3171
Volume :
31
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Multivariate Behavioral Research
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
EJ533489
Document Type :
Reports - Evaluative<br />Journal Articles