TY - BOOK AU - Harlow , Lisa L. TI - Essence of multivariate thinking: : basic themes and methods SN - 9780367219727 U1 - 519.535 PY - 2023/// CY - New York PB - Routledge KW - Multivariate analysis KW - Psychology - Mathematical models N1 - 1. Introduction and Multivariate Themes 2. Background Themes 3. Multiple Regression 4. Analysis of Covariance 5. Multivariate Analysis of Variance 6. Discriminant Function Analysis 7. Logistic Regression 8. Principal Components and Factor Analysis 9. Structural Equation Modeling 10. Path Analysis 11. Confirmatory Factor Analysis 12. Latent Variable Modeling 13. Multiple Sample Analysis 14. Latent Growth Modeling 15. Integration of Multivariate Methods N2 - This book focuses on the underlying themes of multivariate methods. It provides clear language and examples to help readers understand the concepts. The book includes R code for all examples, SAS and SPSS code for seven chapters, and new chapters on structural equation modeling (SEM) and multiple sample analysis (MSA) and latent growth modeling (LGM). It is essential for first-year graduate students and advanced undergraduates seeking clarity on multivariate methods in various fields ER -