Theory-based data analysis for the social sciences /
Carol S. Aneshensel.
- Thousand Oaks, Calif. : Pine Forge Press, c2002.
- xxii, 254 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
- The Pine Forge series in research methods and statistics .
- Pine Forge Press series in research methods and statistics. .
Includes bibliographical references (p. [247]-250) and index.
Introduction to theory-based data analysis -- The logic of theory-based data analysis -- Associations and relationships -- The focal relationship : demonstrating internal validity -- Ruling out alternative explanations -- Ruling out alternative theoretical explanations -- Elaborating an explanation -- Specifying conditions of influence : effect modification and subgroup variation.