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  • Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) is widely used but frequently criticized for poor researcher management.
  • Concerns exist regarding the appropriate application and reporting of EFA in scientific literature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the relationship between recommended practices and actual researcher decisions in EFA.
  • To identify common errors in EFA methodology and reporting within psychological research.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of 117 papers published in high-impact Spanish psychological journals (2011-2012).
  • Analysis focused on the application of Exploratory Factor Analysis procedures.

Main Results:

  • Significant rates of questionable decisions were found in EFA.
  • Mistakes were identified in factor extraction, retention, and rotation methods.
  • Unjustified or erroneous choices in EFA procedures were prevalent.

Conclusions:

  • The study supports the need for improved guidelines on applying and reporting EFA.
  • Enhancing EFA practices is crucial for the integrity of social and behavioral science research.