Overview
Abstract
This chapter introduces structural equation models (SEMs). It defines SEMs and outlines their history. It also presents several widespread misunderstandings about SEMs and presents their strengths and weaknesses. Finally, the chapter provides an outline of the remaining book chapters.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Psychometric Methodologies and Testing
Statistical Methods and Applications
Statistical Methods and Bayesian Inference
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Cambridge University Press eBooks
- Pages
- 1–25
- Publication date
- 5 February 2026
- Document type
- Book chapter