scholarly journals Trust in government and its associations with health behaviour and prosocial behaviour during the COVID-19 pandemic

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qing Han ◽  
Bang Zheng ◽  
Mioara Cristea ◽  
Maximilian Agostini ◽  
Jocelyn Belanger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Health Behaviours ◽  
Curve Analysis ◽  
Trust In Government ◽  
Perceived Fairness ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Prosocial Behaviours ◽  
Multilevel Linear Models ◽  
Representative Samples

Previous studies suggested that public trust in government is vital for implementations of social policies that rely on public's behavioural responses. This study examined associations of trust in government regarding COVID-19 control with recommended health behaviours and prosocial behaviours. Data from an international survey with representative samples (N=23,733) of 23 countries were analysed. Specification curve analysis showed that higher trust in government was significantly associated with higher adoption of health and prosocial behaviours in all reasonable specifications of multilevel linear models (median standardised β=0.173 and 0.244, P<0.001). We further used structural equation modelling to explore potential determinants of trust in government regarding pandemic control. Governments perceived as well organised, disseminating clear messages and knowledge on COVID-19, and perceived fairness were positively associated with trust in government (standardised β=0.358, 0.230, 0.055, and 0.250, P<0.01). These results highlighted the importance of trust in government in the control of COVID-19.

Estimating Multilevel Linear Models as Structural Equation Models

2003 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 135-167 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel J. Bauer
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Structural Equation Models ◽  
Broad Class ◽  
Causal Chain ◽  
Latent Factors ◽  
Measurement Models ◽  
Multiple Indicator ◽  
Current Article ◽  
Multilevel Linear Models

Multilevel linear models (MLMs) provide a powerful framework for analyzing data collected at nested or non-nested levels, such as students within classrooms. The current article draws on recent analytical and software advances to demonstrate that a broad class of MLMs may be estimated as structural equation models (SEMs). Moreover, within the SEM approach it is possible to include measurement models for predictors or outcomes, and to estimate the mediational pathways among predictors explicitly, tasks which are currently difficult with the conventional approach to multilevel modeling. The equivalency of the SEM approach with conventional methods for estimating MLMs is illustrated using empirical examples, including an example involving both multiple indicator latent factors for the outcomes and a causal chain for the predictors. The limitations of this approach for estimating MLMs are discussed and alternative approaches are considered.

Trust and justice in the adoption of a welfare e-payment system

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 391-410 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Azmi ◽  
Yen Dee Ang ◽  
Siti Aqilah Talib
Keyword(s):  
Distributive Justice ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Trust In Government ◽  
Least Squares Regression ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Government Services ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Willingness To Adopt ◽  
The Government ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this study was to examine the interaction between citizens’ perception of justice and their trust in the government agency that provides e-services, in particular, those e-services with users who are particularly sensitive towards their interaction and exchanges with the government. Design/methodology/approach Analysis of 102 surveys completed by users of e-BR1M was conducted. Partial least squares regression, a form of structural equation modelling, was used for the data analysis. Findings This study found that distributive justice and procedural justice positively influence trust in government. Trust in government and convenience were also found to significantly influence the adoption of e-BR1M. Research limitations/implications Understanding the interaction between perceptions of justice (procedural and distributive justice) and trust can contribute to the willingness to adopt e-government services by a particular group of users who are particularly sensitive towards interactions with the government. Practical implications Findings from this study can help policymakers improve the way in which they interact with citizens so that the citizens’ perceptions of procedural and distributive justice are improved. This, in turn, will improve trust in government and will lead to an improved willingness of citizens to use e-government services. Originality/value This study examined the interaction between citizens’ perceptions of trust and justice in an e-government service, which users are particularly sensitive towards in their interactions with the government.

scholarly journals Role of allostatic load and health behaviours in explaining socioeconomic disparities in mortality: a structural equation modelling approach

2018 ◽  
Vol 72 (6) ◽  
pp. 545-551 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gyu Ri Kim ◽  
Sun Ha Jee ◽  
Hynek Pikhart
Keyword(s):  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Structural Equation Modelling ◽  
Allostatic Load ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Smoking Status ◽  
Health Behaviours ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Inequalities In Mortality

BackgroundThe relationship between socioeconomic status and mortality has been well established; however, the extent to which biological factors mediate this relationship is less clear, and empirical evidence from non-Western settings is limited. Allostasis, a cumulative measure of physiological dysregulation, has been proposed as the underlying mechanism linking socioeconomic status to adverse health outcomes. The current study aimed to ascertain the contribution of allostatic load (AL) and health behaviours to socioeconomic inequalities in mortality among Korean adults.MethodsThe sample comprised 70 713 middle-aged and older-aged adults, aged 40–79 years from the Korean Metabolic Syndrome Mortality Study. Using structural equation modelling (SEM), mediation analyses were performed to estimate the effects of socioeconomic position (SEP) on mortality over the follow-up and the extent to which AL, physical exercise and non-smoking status mediate the association between SEP and mortality.ResultsA total of 5618 deaths (7.9%) occurred during the mean follow-up of 15.2 years (SD 2.9). SEM confirmed a direct significant effect of SEP on mortality, as well as significant indirect paths through AL, physical exercise and non-smoking status.ConclusionsOur findings provide support for the mediating role of AL and health behaviours in the link between SEP and mortality. Policies designed to reduce social disparities in mortality in the long term should primarily focus on reducing stress and promoting healthy lifestyles among the socially disadvantaged groups. Future studies should further assess the role of other mediators such as psychosocial factors, which may contribute to socioeconomic inequalities in mortality.

Novelty and Threat in the Weapon Focus Effect: A Study with Structural Equation Modelling

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
William Blake Erickson ◽  
James Michael Lampinen ◽  
Juliana Leding ◽  
Christopher S. Peters
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modelling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Weapon Focus ◽  
Focus Effect ◽  
Weapon Focus Effect

PENGARUH TANGGUNG JAWAB PIMPINAN DAN IKLIM DEMOKRASI TERHADAP PEMBENTUKAN ORGANISASI CERDAS DAN DAMPAKNYA TERHADAP SIKAP PROFESIONAL DOSEN

ALQALAM ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 178
Author(s):  
Tata Rosita
Keyword(s):  
Path Analysis ◽  
Structural Equation Modelling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modelling

Tujuan pokok penelitian ini adalah untuk memperoleh bukti empirik mengenai pembentukan organisasi cerdas pada lembaga pendidikan tinggi. Paradigma baru organisasi adalah keharusan untuk menyesuaikan dengan lingkungan sehingga memerlukan perubahan melalui kepemimpinan dan demokratisasi. Lebih jauh, kita ingin melihat bagaimana pengaruh organisasi cerdas terhadap sikap profesional dosen.Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan menggunakan metode survei penjelasan pada Perguruan Tinggi Swasta di D KI Jakarta. Data yang dikumpulkan terdiri dari data sekunder yaitu melalui penyebaran kuesioner. Teknik Analisis data menggunakan  Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) dengan pendekatan Path Analysis (Analisis Jalur).Berdasarkan analisis dan pembahasan hasil penelitian ini, maka dapat disimpulkan beberapa hal sebagai berikut: (1) Tanggung jawab pimpinan memiliki pengaruh yang sangat signifikan terhadap organisasi cerdas, (2) Iklim demokrasi memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap organisasi cerdas, (3) Tanggung jawab pimpinan tidak memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap Iklim demokrasi, dan (4) Organisasi cerdas memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap sikap profesional.

The Effect of Prestige Sensitivity on Price Acceptance in Vietnam’s Mobile Phone Market

2018 ◽  
pp. 97-112
Author(s):  
Huyen Thi Nguyen ◽  
Ngoc Minh Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Phone ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Product Knowledge ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Modelling Method ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Convenience Sampling

The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of prestige sensitivity on mobile phone customer’s price acceptance in Vietnam and the mediating role of product knowledge and price mavenism on this relationship. We used the convenience sampling method for data collection via questionnaires with a sample of 605 consumers who purchased mobile phones. The collected data was analysed by applying a structural equation modelling method. The result indicates that prestige sensitivity has both direct and indirect effects on price acceptance via product knowledge and price mavenism. The findings suggest that prestige sensitivity can be used as a market segmentation criterion for mobile phones when making price decisions and providing customers with adequate information could improve price acceptance.

PERSEPSI KUALITAS DAN PERFORMA SISTEM APLIKASI AKUNTANSI MYOB

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 154-165
Author(s):  
Septian Bayu Kristanto ◽  
Carlin Windyan
Keyword(s):  
Service Quality ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Work Performance ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
University Student ◽  
User Performance ◽  
System Quality ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Paper Form ◽  
Accounting Software

The purpose of this study wants to examine the effect of System Quality (SysQua) to Service Quality (ServQua), System Quality (SysQua) to Work Performance (WorkPef), and Service Quality (ServQua) to Work Performance (WorkPef). The object in this research is MYOB accounting software. The data gathers with quesionnaires in 2 types, physicals (paper) and online (using Google form).  From 315 questionnaires distributed consisted of 194 respondents through online, and 116 respondents through paper form. All the questionnaires are returned. The obtained data were analyzed using structural equation modelling. The result of data analysis showed that the System Quality (SysQua) have positive significant effect on the Service Quality (ServQua), Service Quality (ServQua) have positive significant effect on Work Performance (WorkPef), and System Quality (SysQua) have positive significant effect on Work Performance (WorkPef). The overall result indicates that MYOB have a good quality and related to user performance. Specifically, the user refers to basic user, which is university student.   Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menguji pengaruh hubungan System Quality (SysQua) terhadap Service Quality (ServQua), System Quality (SysQua) terhadap Work Performance (WorkPef) dan Service Quality (ServQua) terhadap Work Performance (WorkPef). Objek pada penelitian ini yaitu software akuntansi MYOB. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan metode purposive sampling. Perolehan data dengan kuesioner terdiri dari 2 tipe yaitu fisik (kertas) dan online (menggunakan Google form). Dari 315 kuesioner yang tersebar terdiri dari 194 responden melalui online dan 116 responden melalui kertas. Semua kuesioner telah kembali. Pengelolahan data menggunakan Structural Equation Model. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa System Quality (SysQua) berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap Service Quality (ServQua), Service Quality (ServQua) berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap Work Performance (WorkPef), dan System Quality (SysQua) berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap Work Performance (WorkPef). Hasil keseluruhan menunjukkan bahwa MYOB memiliki kualitas yang baik dan terkait dengan kinerja pengguna. Secara khusus, pengguna mengacu kepada pengguna tingkat dasar, yang merupakan mahasiswa.

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