A tale of two methods: Comparing regression and instrumental variables estimates of the effects of preschool child care type on the subsequent externalizing behavior of children in low-income families

Author(s): Crosby, Danielle A.; Dowsett, Chantelle J.; Gennetian, Lisa A.; Huston, Aletha C.;
Date Issued: September 2010
Description: A comparison of ordinary least squares regression and instrumental variable analysis, two analytic methods for the estimation of relationships between child care type and externalizing problems, in order to illustrate the strengths and weaknesses of each, and an analysis of the relationship between child developmental and different care settings for children in low-income, single-mother families
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Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation ; John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation ; John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation ; John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Journal Title: Developmental Psychology
Volume Number: 46
Issue Number: 5
Page Range: 1030-1048
Topics: Children & Child Development > Child Development & School Readiness > Behavior/Social & Emotional Development/Socialization

Research & Evaluation Methods > Research Methods > Data Analysis & Interpretation

Child Care & Early Education Providers/Organizations > Provider Type/Setting
ISSN: 0012-1649 Paper
1939-0599 Online
Peer Reviewed: yes
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