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    Weighted structural regression (WSR) offers improved prediction over ordinary least squares (OLS) regression, especially when predictors have measurement errors. New adaptive WSR methods enhance accuracy in behavioral research predictions.

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    • Statistics
    • Behavioral Research

    Background:

    • Ordinary least squares (OLS) regression is common for linear prediction but faces challenges with multiple predictors and measurement errors.
    • Existing weighted structural regression (WSR) methods incorporate prior structural models to address OLS limitations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and discuss adaptive forms of weighted structural regression (WSR).
    • To evaluate the performance of new adaptive WSR methods compared to OLS regression.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of adaptive weighted structural regression (WSR) techniques.
    • Utilizing bootstrapping studies to assess the recovery of population regression weights and prediction accuracy.

    Main Results:

    • Adaptive WSR methods demonstrated potential to outperform OLS in recovering regression weights.
    • New WSR methods showed superior prediction of criterion score values compared to OLS in simulations.

    Conclusions:

    • Adaptive WSR methods are scale-free, computationally simple, and effective for prediction.
    • These advanced WSR techniques are well-suited for various applications in behavioral research.