Structural Equation Modeling Approach Research Articles

Analysis of Innovation Culture, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Brand Image and Competitive Advantage as Intervening Variables on PT XX Company Performance

In general, this research was conducted to serve as material for analyzing innovation culture, entrepreneurial leadership, brand image, and competitive advantage as intervening variables affecting the performance of PT XX, which is part of a national company group located in the Tangerang area with 200 permanent workers. The data analysis was performed using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) approach based on Partial Least Squares (PLS) 3.0, with hypothesis testing conducted on 110 samples. The results of the study show that innovation culture, entrepreneurial leadership, and brand image associated with high-quality products can influence competitive advantage as intervening variables, so that they can be assessed as having an effect on improving the Performance of PT XX. However, this impact requires a management strategy characterized by commitment and consistency to achieve the desired outcomes.

The effect of gastronomy experience on destination loyalty in Kazakhstan

ABSTRACT The relationships gastronomy experience, gastronomy satisfaction, destination satisfaction, and destination loyalty have not been studied extensively. This study investigates the impact of gastronomy experience on gastronomy satisfaction, destination satisfaction, and attitudinal destination loyalty. Data were collected via a survey administered to 392 foreign tourists who had the opportunity to savour Kazakh cuisine. To analyse the data, a combination of explanatory and confirmatory factor analyses was employed. Additionally, the structural equation modelling approach was utilized to rigorously test the proposed hypotheses. Our investigation reveals robust and positive linkages between “gastronomy experience” and “gastronomy satisfaction,” as well as “destination satisfaction” and “loyalty.” Notably, “gastronomy satisfaction” exerts a more pronounced influence on “loyalty” than “destination satisfaction.”

Contribution of dual-tasking to social participation in persons with multiple sclerosis: A structural equation modeling approach

IntroductionThis study aimed to explore the patterns of association between dual-tasking, cognition, ambulation disability, fatigue, and self-efficacy and their pathways in predicting social participation in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS). MethodsAdults with MS (n = 1162) completed an online survey. Social participation was assessed by the Quality of Life in Neurological Disorders. The Dual-task Impact on Daily-Living Activities Questionnaire, Multiple Sclerosis Walking Scale-12v2, and Modified Fatigue Impact Scale measured dual-tasking, ambulation, and fatigue, respectively. Fall Efficacy Scale-International and Self-Efficacy for Community Mobility were assessed and modeled as a latent variable for efficacy. ResultsThe correlation matrix showed significant associations of social participation with dual-tasking, cognition, ambulation, efficacy, and fatigue (all p < 0.001) and interrelationships among the independent variables (p < 0.05). The final model showed excellent global model fit (CFI = 0.99, TLI = 0.96), with all variables significantly predicting social participation either directly or indirectly. Efficacy significantly mediated the effects of dual-tasking (β=-0.32, p < 0.001) and ambulation disability (β=-0.42, p < 0.001) on social participation. ConclusionThis study indicated that dual-tasking, ambulation disability, fatigue, and efficacy play important roles in social participation in persons with MS. The findings can help provide insight into factors that may underpin social participation and offer targets for interventions in persons with MS.

Examining the relationship between project management office functions and project performance in Ghana: a structural equation modelling approach

Examining the relationship between project management office functions and project performance in Ghana: a structural equation modelling approach

How Green Product and Green Promotion Factors to Consider in Purchasing Decision?

Preserving the environment and maintaining health are shared responsibilities. A robust immune system and overall good health are essential for everyone. Health is fundamental to carrying out daily life effectively. While a strong immune system is crucial, maintaining other bodily functions is equally important for optimal well-being. These efforts are crucial not only for enhancing quality of life but also for preventing global warming. Therefore, this study examines the influence of green products and green promotions on consumer purchase decisions. Employing a quantitative approach with an explanatory method, the research involved 224 Tropicana Slim consumers in Yogya Junction, Cirebon City, who had purchased the product at least once. Data were analyzed using the structural equation modeling (SEM) approach with the partial least squares (PLS) method. The findings indicate that green products and green promotions significantly impact consumer purchase decisions. As evidenced by the test results (t-value for Green Product &gt; 6.722, p-value &lt; 0.000; t-value for Green Promotion &gt; 4.923, p-value &lt; 0.000), both hypotheses are supported. This confirms that green products and green promotions positively influence purchasing decisions. We expect future research with a broader sample and more robust methodologies to strengthen these findings.

A Multigroup Structural Equation Modeling Approach for Analyzing Differences Among Sexually Diverse Youth

ABSTRACT High rates of negative behavioral health outcomes among sexually diverse (SD) youth are consistently documented, but population-level trends obscure within-group differences. Social dynamics intersect in youths’ lives in ways that cannot be accounted for by summing their independent effects. An intersectional perspective is essential to understanding the behavioral health outcomes of SD youth. We performed multigroup structural equation modeling using an SD subset of New Mexico Youth Risk and Resiliency Survey (N = 10,037) respondents to examine the moderating role of supportive adult relationships for lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth across 12 intersecting (sexual orientation by race/ethnicity by sex) identity categories. Standardized estimates show that supportive relationships are associated with moderate reductions in psychological distress among lesbians (β = –0.459 for Native, β = –0.303 for Hispanic, and β = –0.421 for white) and female bisexual youth (β = –0.352 for Native, β = –0.376 for Hispanic, and β = –0.393 for white). Among male youth, supportive relationships are associated with reduced likelihood of substance use for gay (β = –0.330 for Native, β = –0.464 for Latinx and β = –0.591 for white) and bisexual youth (β = –0.442 for Native, β = –0.306 for Latinx and β = –0.290 for white). This study challenges monolithic characterizations of SD youth, illustrating that the health-promotive benefits of support differ based on sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, and sex.

Nurses' burnout and patient safety culture: The moderating effect of structural empowerment.

To identify correlations among job burnout, structural empowerment, and patient safety culture (PSC), and to explore the potential moderating effect of structural empowerment on the associations between burnout and PSC. The study used a cross-sectional survey design. Convenient sampling was employed. We conducted an anonymous online survey in January 2024 among nurses employed at hospitals in three regions of China. Job burnout, structural empowerment, and perceptions of PSC were assessed. A total of 1026 useable surveys were included in the analyses. Descriptive statistics were performed using SPSS software. A latent structural equation modeling approach using Mplus software was used to analyze the moderating effect. The proposed hypothetical model was supported. Job burnout had a strong direct negative effect on structural empowerment and PSC. Structural empowerment had a significant moderating effect on the relationship between job burnout and PSC. The empirically validated moderation model and study results suggest that managers of healthcare organisations can improve patient safety and care quality by fostering empowerment and providing sufficient support to clinical nurses. The findings of this study suggest that providing more support, resources, and information is likely to be effective in weakening the detrimental impact of job burnout on PSC. This study provides insights into the possible approaches that may improve patient safety. To control the impact of nurses' burnout on care quality, nurse managers should increase empowerment as well as staff nurse engagement. We have adhered to relevant EQUATOR guidelines and conducted an observational study, following the STROBE checklist. During the data collection phase of this study, clinical caregivers participated in completing the online survey.

From teachers to students: a correlational analysis of the pro-environmental behavior in a private university in the Philippines

Purpose This study aims to address the following objectives: determine the pro-environmental behavior of students and professors engaged in the course Sustainable Tourism; determine the pro-environmental behavior component of the professor that has the highest influence on the pro-environmental behavior of students; and formulate a model describing the components of the pro-environmental behavior of the professor with significant influence on the pro-environmental behavior of students. It also evaluates the norm-activation-theory-aligned pro-environmental behavior of the course's instructor and the students taking the course after they participated in the course Sustainable Tourism. Design/methodology/approach A correlational analysis using the partial least squares structural equation modeling approach was conducted in the survey results to determine the specific components of the professor's pro-environmental behavior that influenced the students' pro-environmental behavior. Findings Situational responsibility, efficacy and denial of responsibility were proven more influential in shaping students' pro-environmental behavior. This implies that students learn and adopt a pro-environmental orientation through role modeling and practical application, not by knowledge acquisition. Originality/value This could improve the body of knowledge on pro-environmental behavior by analyzing the reciprocal relationships between the person who delivers the course that instills pro-environmental behavior and students who learn from their professors using the norm activation theory.

The relationship between energy consumption, pollution, economic growth and ICT: Structural equation modeling approach

The relationship between energy consumption, pollution, economic growth and ICT: Structural equation modeling approach

Exploring the barriers to digital twin adoption in the Nigerian construction industry: a structural equation modelling approach

Purpose The adoption of emerging technologies is critical to enhance construction industry performance. Previous studies have shown that the Nigerian construction industry (NCI) is slow to adopt digital technologies and faces performance issues. As a result, this study aims to investigate and model the barriers to adopting digital twin (DT) technology in the NCI with the view to provide stakeholders with adequate information on the multifaceted nature of DT barriers and provide strategies to improve DT adoption. Design/methodology/approach The study adopts a qualitative and quantitative approach to achieve the overall aim of the study. The qualitative approach included a scoping review used to identify barriers to DT adoption from the literature. A five-point Likert scale questionnaire was administered to 246 construction professionals in the NCI. This was followed by critical analysis using mean ranking and standard deviation, Kruskal–Wallis, factor analysis and partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM). Findings The exploratory factor analysis revealed four categories of barriers to DT adoption in the NCI: “technological and investment”, “data management and government”, “project and human resources” and “digital transformation”. The PLS-SEM results revealed the causal relationships of four barriers categories and their concomitant effects on DT adoption in the NCI. The top three barrier categories that require critical attention in order of significance are: technological and investment (ß = 0.655), data management and government (ß = 0.313) and project and human resources (ß = 0.194). Digital transformation (ß = −0.046) has the least significance. Overall, all the barriers’ categories were accepted at a significance level of p &lt; 0.05. Practical implications The practical implications include guiding policymakers and practitioners in making informed decisions to address the identified barriers to DT adoption in the NCI. The findings may also be applicable to other developing countries in Africa and beyond. By implementing effective policies and stakeholder guidelines, the NCI can advance technologically and enhance its competitiveness to execute advanced construction projects. Originality/value This research contributes to the construction industry by shedding light on the barriers to DT adoption and their intricate interconnections within the NCI context. It is also the first study in NCI context to present the level of DT awareness and explore the concomitant effects of the barriers.

From waste to worth: a mediation analysis of lean manufacturing and operational performance in developing country

PurposeLean Manufacturing Systems (LMS) gained popularity among manufacturers globally. However, their efficacy in developing and least-developed countries remained noticeably understudied. Motivated by this research gap, the researchers of this study designed a quantitative study with a structured survey technique to investigate its context-specific impact on the apparel industry of a developing country. Hence, this study aimed to examine the relationship between LMS and elimination of waste (EOW) and operational performance (OP) and comprehend how the EOW mediates the relationship between an LMS and OP within the apparel industry of a developing economy.Design/methodology/approachThe researchers collected data from 227 garment companies in Bangladesh. These organization-level data were then analyzed using the structural equation modeling approach with AMOS 20.0 software to examine the direct and indirect effects among EOW, LMS and OP.FindingsThe findings of this study suggest that EOW has a direct and significant effect on OP. This research also revealed that EOW has a partial mediating effect on the relationship between LMS and OP.Research limitations/implicationsThis research focused on a single industry administering self-reported data and cross-sectional design, limiting generalizability and causal inference.Practical implicationsLMS and directing efforts towards EOW can significantly improve the operational performance of apparel companies by reducing lead times and costs, improving quality and increasing productivity.Originality/valueThese findings can provide useful insight to managers, practitioners and future researchers to understand the relationship between EOW, LMS and OP to optimize their production processes and improve OP in the apparel industry.

A study of the relationship between social support, depression, alexithymia and glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a structural equation modeling approach.

The aim of this research was to ascertain the correlations between alexithymia, social support, depression, and glycemic control in patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Additionally, this study sought to delve into the potential mediating effects of social support and depression in the relationship between alexithymia and glycemic control. A purposive sampling methodology was employed to select a cohort of 318 patients afflicted with type 2 diabetes mellitus, hailing from a care establishment situated in Chengdu City. This investigation embraced a cross-sectional framework, wherein instruments such as the General Information Questionnaire, the Toronto Alexithymia Scale 20, the Social Support Rating Scale, and the Hamilton Depression Scale were judiciously administered. The primary objective of this endeavor was to unravel the interplay that exists amongst alexithymia, social support, depression, and glycemic control. The inquiry discerned these interrelationships through both univariate and correlational analyses, subsequently delving into a comprehensive exploration of the mediating ramifications engendered by social support and depression in the nexus between alexithymia and glycemic control. The HbA1c level of patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus was recorded as (8.85 ± 2.107), and their current status with regards to alexithymia, social support, and depression were measured as (58.05 ± 4.382), (34.29 ± 4.420), and (7.17 ± 3.367), respectively. Significant correlations were found between HbA1c and alexithymia (R=0.392, P<0.01), social support (R=-0.338, P<0.01), and depression (R=0.509, P<0.01). Moreover, alexithymia correlation with social support (R=-0.357, P<0.01) and with depression (R=0.345, P<0.01). Regarding the mediation analysis, the direct effect of alexithymia on HbA1c was calculated to be 0.158, while the indirect effect through social support and depression were 0.086 and 0.149, respectively. The total effect value was determined to be 0.382, with the mediating effect accounting for 59.95%, and the direct effect accounting for 40.31%. Alexithymia exerts both direct and indirect adverse effects on glycemic control, thereby exacerbating disease outcomes. Hence, it is imperative to prioritize the mental health status of individuals with type 2 diabetes to enhance overall well-being, ameliorate diabetes-related outcomes, elevate patients' quality of life, and alleviate the psychological distress and financial burden associated with the condition.

Appearance investment and intimacy: direct and indirect effects in the context of romantic relationships

Physical appearance is highly valued in Western society and has the potential to impact many domains of personal life, including romantic relationships. This study examined the direct effect of appearance investment on intimacy and indirect effects through perfectionist self-presentation presentation and relationship mindfulness, utilizing a Structural Equation Model approach. Appearance schemas are cognitive generalizations about the importance of physical appearance within one’s self-concept and contribute to cognitive and behavioral investment in appearance. Concern for appearance influences how individuals interact with others and process the world around them, thus it has the potential to influence relationship health. However, no study to date has investigated how appearance investment relates to key components of relationship functioning, such as intimacy, nor the mechanisms for these relations. We collected self-report data from 220 adults who were in a current romantic relationship and living in the United States. Findings showed that higher concern for appearance is negatively associated with intimate behavior through the mechanism of presenting as perfect within the relationship. This study illustrates the importance of examining how appearance investment may impact intimacy within romantic relationships, as well as the factors that mediate this relationship, providing implications for future research and social and interventional implications.

What motivates people to purchase food products with traceability systems? A structural equation modeling approach

This study focuses on food traceability, defined as the ability to track a product from raw material to end consumer using an identification code. By reviewing 49 studies from 2005 to 2022, this research aimed to understand the determinants influencing consumer purchases of food products with traceability systems. The results of the review enabled the development of a conceptual model with hypotheses and variables to be empirically tested. Data were collected via an electronic questionnaire, which received 263 responses from 21 Brazilian states. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was employed to analyze the hypothesized relationships. The findings confirmed that confidence in food producers and the government has a positive influence on consumer perceptions of food safety. Additionally, knowledge, pro-environmental behavior, perceived health benefits, and food safety positively impact consumers’ intentions to purchase traceable products. Most food traceability studies have predominantly focused on developed countries. This study seeks to expand existing knowledge and contribute to formulating more informed and adapted strategies, offering comprehension for more effective traceability practices in developing markets. It also makes a significant contribution to the fields of food safety and consumer behavior by empirically examining the relationships among consumer confidence, government perceptions, environmental concerns, health perceptions, food safety, and purchase intentions. The managerial implications highlight critical areas for building positive relationships with consumers and addressing their growing needs.

Executive functions and addictions: a Structural Equation Modeling Approach and the Italian validation of the Adult Executive Functioning Inventory (ADEXI)

Introduction the work aims to observe the associations between psychoactive substance use and gambling and executive functioning as well as to validate the Italian version of the “Adult Executive Functioning Inventory” (ADEXI) scale. Methods data were collected through a representative cross-sectional study among 5,160 people (18-84 years old) called IPSAD® (Italian Population Survey on Alcohol and Other Drugs). Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was performed to explore the associations between ADEXI and other behaviors measured with standardized questionnaires. Cronbach α has been performed to investigate the psychometric properties of the Italian version of the ADEXI scale. Results SEM showed that both WM and INH were correlated with problematic cannabis use (WM r = 0.112; INH r = 0.251) and gambling (WM r = 0.101; INH r = 0.168), while problematic alcohol use was correlated only with INH (r = 0.233). Cronbach α for the WM subscale was 0.833 (CI 0.826-0.840), while for INH was 0.694 (CI 0.680-0.708). Conclusion results pointed out a strong correlation between addictions (substance-related and non-substance-related) and WM and INH impairments among the adult general population. Moreover, the ADEXI scale could be considered a valuable tool for general population surveys to detect working memory and inhibition characteristics.

The resilience mediation effect on the relationship of suicide risk and psychological pain in nursing students: Structural equation modelling.

INTRODUCTION: Nursing students are a high-risk group for suicide. Psychiatric nurses should investigate risk factors for suicide. The aim of this study was to examine the resilience mediation effect in the relationship of suicide risk and psychological pain in nursing students. This cross-sectional study was conducted between March and May 2021 with 619 students in the Akdeniz University Faculty of Nursing. A Descriptive Information Form, the Suicide Probability Scale, the Psychache Scale and the Brief Resilience Scale were used to collect data. The structural equation model approach was used to examine the resilience mediating effect on the relation between suicide risk and psychological pain, and Path Analysis was performed. The reporting of the study was conducted according to STROBE. A semi-mediatory effect of resilience was found between psychological pain and the risk of suicide, and the effect size was determined to be broad (0.57). Resilience can be considered as a protective factor for suicide prevention in psychiatric nursing practices. Resilience has an effect on the relationship between psychological pain and suicide risk. The results of this study may guide psychiatric nursing practices in reducing and preventing suicide risk.

The interplay among Chinese EFL teachers’ enthusiasm, engagement, and foreign language teaching enjoyment: a structural equation modelling approach

Teacher enthusiasm is receiving remarkable scholarly attention in L2 education, and its effect on students’ language learning outcomes has been extensively investigated. Nevertheless, exploring the antecedents of language teacher enthusiasm has received scant attention in foreign language education, particularly within the Chinese context. Thus, informed by the principles of positive psychology, the present study investigated the extent to which English as a foreign (EFL) teachers’ enthusiasm can be predicted by their work engagement and foreign language teaching enjoyment (FLTE) in the context of China. The study involved three online questionnaires completed by 576 EFL teachers in China. The results of structural equation modeling revealed that teacher work engagement and FLTE were strong predictors of Chinese EFL teachers’ enthusiasm. In addition, EFL teachers’ FLTE was a better predictor of their enthusiasm than their work engagement. The findings highlighted the importance of applying positive psychology in foreign language education. Finally, the paper concludes with avenues for future research.

The Impact of the Social Insurance System on Chinese Adults’ Subjective Well-Being

Abstract Previous studies have shown that a single social insurance project may improve subjective well-being. Yet, the effect of the overall social insurance system and the underlying mechanism are unknown. This study investigates the impact of the social insurance system on individuals’ subjective well-being and the impact mechanisms using the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS) conducted in four consecutive waves (2014, 2016, 2018, 2020). By applying the structural equation modeling approach, we construct a focused longitudinal path model and find that the social insurance system has a direct positive effect on individuals’ subjective well-being, measured by life satisfaction and job satisfaction. We explored three longitudinal mediation patterns including self-rated health, household income, and trust in the government, however, none of them are significant mediators. Through subgroup analysis, it is found that the male group and the age over 60 group benefit more from the social insurance system regarding life satisfaction improvement.

The influence of Self System Model of Motivational Development on college students’ learning engagement: a hybrid three stage Fuzzy Delphi and structural equation modeling approach

Students’ Emotional Intelligence and academic motivation are theorized to shape student learning engagement activities. Nevertheless, there is limited knowledge regarding the mediating mechanisms that explain this relationship. Based on Self System Model of Motivational Development, this study examined whether teachers’ support mediated the relationship between Emotional Intelligence and learning engagement, as well as the connection between academic motivation and learning engagement among college students. Totally, 336 students (female: 63.4%, male: 36.6%, mean: 1.63, Std.:0.482) were recruited from two public vocational education institutes in China. The expert questionnaire was sent via email to 10 experts in order to collect their thoughts on the aspects that influenced learning engagement. The factors that influenced students’ learning engagement were identified based on the Fuzzy Delphi method. Hence, the quantitative (questionnaire survey) design was used to gather students’ data on demographic variables, emotional intelligence, academic motivation, teachers’ support and learning engagement. The structural equation model (PLS-SEM) was used to analyse the data. The findings of this study reveal the positive impact of students’ Emotional Intelligence and academic motivation on learning engagement in the educational field by adopting teachers’ support as a mediating variable. The results highlighted vital internal and external factors in the process of creating an academic environment that motivated students to learn. This will improve the performance of the teaching faculty and lead to the student’s academic success. This research proposed a new instrument to assess the students’ engagement, which contributed to carrying out new research in the university educational context from a new research perspective.

The influence of parents on children's consciousness of gender equality: a multi-group structural equation modeling approach.

This study aimed to understand the consciousness of gender equality among school-aged children in China and its influencing factors using structural equation modeling to explore the pathways, intensity and group differences among these factors. A cross-sectional survey was conducted using stratified random whole-group sampling of primary school students in grades 1-6 and their parents who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. In this study, 1,312 valid questionnaires were collected from a total of 1,500 school-aged children in Hunan Province, China (effective response rate of 87.5%). Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS 26.0 and AMOS 24.0 software. Statistical inference consisted of t-tests, analysis of variance, the LSD test, Pearson correlation analysis, multiple stepwise linear regression analysis and structural equation modeling. School-aged children had the lowest consciousness of gender equality in the area of occupation and relatively higher consciousness in the areas of family and school. Children's age, gender, gender role, parent-child relationship, teacher-student relationship and parents' gender equality consciousness had predictive effects on children's consciousness of gender equality. The structural equation model constructed in this study is applicable to school-aged children of different genders. There was a significant difference in the structural equation modeling for children in different study period groups. In the education process, parents and teachers should attempt to improve their own consciousness of gender equality, integrate the concept of androgynous education, enhance close relationships with children, and adopt appropriate education methods according to the characteristics of different groups of children.