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Bayesian analysis of structural equation models with dichotomous variables.

Sik-Yum Lee1, Xin-Yuan Song

  • 1Department of Statistics, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong. sylee@sparc2.sta.cuhk.edu.hk

Statistics in Medicine
|September 16, 2003
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces a Bayesian approach for structural equation modeling with dichotomous variables, enhancing analysis in medical research. The method uses Gibbs sampling for accurate parameter estimation and model fit assessment, applied to medication adherence in hypertensive patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical research
  • Behavioral science
  • Social science

Background:

  • Structural equation modeling (SEM) is widely used in social and behavioral sciences.
  • SEM's application is increasingly recognized in medical research.
  • Dichotomous variables present unique analytical challenges in SEM.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a Bayesian approach for analyzing structural equation models with dichotomous variables.
  • To develop a Gibbs sampling algorithm for parameter and missing value estimation.
  • To assess model fit using a posterior predictive p-value.

Main Methods:

  • Bayesian analysis of structural equation models.
  • Augmentation of observed dichotomous data with latent variables and unobserved continuous measurements.

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  • Gibbs sampler algorithm for posterior distribution sampling.
  • Posterior predictive p-value for goodness-of-fit testing.

    • Main Results:

    • The developed Gibbs sampler algorithm effectively draws parameter and missing values from joint posterior distributions.
    • Bayesian estimates, standard error estimates, and highest posterior density intervals are obtainable.
    • The methodology was successfully applied to a study on hypertensive patient medication non-adherence.

    Conclusions:

    • The Bayesian approach provides a robust method for structural equation modeling with dichotomous data in medical research.
    • The Gibbs sampling algorithm facilitates accurate estimation and model evaluation.
    • This approach offers valuable insights into factors influencing health behaviors, such as medication adherence.