LISREL

LISREL (Linear Structural Relations) is a statistical tool used to analyze complex relationships between observed variables (like survey responses) and underlying hidden factors (called latent variables). It helps researchers understand how different variables influence each other and tests theories about these relationships. By combining multiple statistical methods, LISREL models both measurement (how observed data reflects underlying traits) and structure (how these traits relate). It's often used in social sciences and psychology to validate models that explain behavior or attitudes, providing a comprehensive picture of the relationships within data.