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The causal relationship between self (SE) and perceived (PE) appraisals was examined in a small group field setting. SYMLOG rating data were obtained at two time periods to enable analysis of reciprocal causal paths in a lagged panel design. Extending a similar investigation by Nowack, cross-lagged regressions were employed to decompose direct and indirect effects in model estimation. The results suggested the selective operation of reflected appraisal (PE–>SE) versus projection (SE–>PE) effects as a function of which SYMLOG dimension was being assessed. The use of multiple regression techniques on longitudinal data, versus reliance on cross-lagged panel correlation, for analyzing reciprocal causation was recommended for future research in this area.

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Analysis of Reflected Appraisal Using SYMLOG Rating Data

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