Regression analysis in survey research is a powerful tool for understanding relationships between variables. It allows researchers to predict outcomes and examine the impact of multiple factors simultaneously, providing valuable insights into complex social phenomena.
When working with survey data, regression techniques must be adapted to account for sampling design and weights. This ensures accurate estimates and valid statistical inferences, reflecting the true population characteristics rather than just the sample.
Linear and Logistic Regression Models
Fundamentals of Linear Regression
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Linear regression models the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables using a linear equation
Dependent variable represents the outcome or response being predicted
Independent variables act as predictors or explanatory factors in the model
Linear equation takes the form Y = β 0 + β 1 X 1 + β 2 X 2 + . . . + β n X n + ε Y = β₀ + β₁X₁ + β₂X₂ + ... + βₙXₙ + ε Y = β 0 + β 1 X 1 + β 2 X 2 + ... + β n X n + ε
Y: dependent variable
X: independent variables
β: coefficients
ε: error term
Coefficient of determination (R-squared ) measures the proportion of variance in the dependent variable explained by the independent variables
Ranges from 0 to 1, with higher values indicating better model fit
Residuals represent the differences between observed and predicted values
Used to assess model assumptions and identify outliers
Logistic Regression for Binary Outcomes
Logistic regression predicts the probability of a binary outcome based on one or more independent variables
Used when the dependent variable is categorical with two possible outcomes (yes/no, success/failure)
Employs a logistic function to model the relationship between variables
Logistic function: P ( Y = 1 ) = 1 1 + e − ( β 0 + β 1 X 1 + β 2 X 2 + . . . + β n X n ) P(Y=1) = \frac{1}{1 + e^{-(β₀ + β₁X₁ + β₂X₂ + ... + βₙXₙ)}} P ( Y = 1 ) = 1 + e − ( β 0 + β 1 X 1 + β 2 X 2 + ... + β n X n ) 1
Interprets results using odds ratios and predicted probabilities
Assesses model fit using measures like pseudo R-squared and likelihood ratio tests
Multiple Regression and Model Considerations
Advanced Regression Techniques
Multiple regression extends simple linear regression to include two or more independent variables
Allows for simultaneous examination of multiple predictors' effects on the dependent variable
Equation: Y = β 0 + β 1 X 1 + β 2 X 2 + . . . + β n X n + ε Y = β₀ + β₁X₁ + β₂X₂ + ... + βₙXₙ + ε Y = β 0 + β 1 X 1 + β 2 X 2 + ... + β n X n + ε
Interaction effects occur when the relationship between an independent variable and the dependent variable changes based on the value of another independent variable
Modeled by including product terms in the regression equation
Dummy variables represent categorical variables in regression models
Created by assigning binary codes (0 or 1) to different categories
Allows inclusion of non-numeric variables in regression analysis
Addressing Regression Assumptions and Issues
Multicollinearity occurs when independent variables are highly correlated with each other
Can lead to unreliable coefficient estimates and inflated standard errors
Detected using variance inflation factor (VIF) or correlation matrices
Heteroscedasticity refers to unequal variance of residuals across the range of predicted values
Violates the assumption of constant variance in regression models
Addressed through robust standard errors or weighted least squares
Other considerations include:
Normality of residuals
Linearity of relationships
Independence of observations
Regression with Complex Survey Data
Incorporating Survey Design in Regression Analysis
Weighted least squares regression accounts for unequal sampling probabilities in survey data
Assigns weights to observations based on their representation in the population
Improves the accuracy of parameter estimates and standard errors
Survey weights in regression adjust for:
Unequal selection probabilities
Non-response
Post-stratification
Incorporating weights modifies the estimation procedure:
β ^ = ( X ′ W X ) − 1 X ′ W Y \hat{\beta} = (X'WX)^{-1}X'WY β ^ = ( X ′ W X ) − 1 X ′ WY
W: diagonal matrix of survey weights
Complex survey design effects impact standard errors and confidence intervals
Clustering and stratification in survey designs affect the precision of estimates
Adjusting for Complex Survey Designs
Design-based approach accounts for survey design features in variance estimation
Uses techniques like Taylor series linearization or replication methods
Specialized software packages (SUDAAN, Stata's svy commands) facilitate regression analysis with complex survey data
Effective degrees of freedom may be reduced due to design effects
Affects hypothesis testing and confidence interval construction
Goodness-of-fit measures require modification for weighted regression models
Pseudo R-squared and F-tests adapted for complex survey data