References Request: Factor Analysis on Non-Continuous Variables

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This discussion centers on the need for references regarding Factor Analysis on Non-Continuous variables. The original poster expresses difficulty in finding substantial resources on this specific topic. The request highlights a gap in available literature and emphasizes the importance of understanding methodologies applicable to non-continuous data in factor analysis.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Factor Analysis techniques
  • Familiarity with Non-Continuous variable types
  • Knowledge of statistical software such as SPSS or R
  • Basic concepts of data preprocessing and variable transformation
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Factor Analysis methods for categorical data" in academic journals
  • Explore "R packages for non-continuous data analysis" such as 'lavaan'
  • Study "SPSS Factor Analysis on ordinal variables" tutorials
  • Investigate "Multivariate analysis techniques for non-continuous variables"
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Statisticians, data analysts, researchers in social sciences, and anyone involved in quantitative research requiring factor analysis on non-continuous data.

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Hi All,
I need to do some work on Factor Analysis on Non-Continuous variables. I have searched the web, but found nothing of much substance. I would appreciate references on helpful sources on it. Thanks.
 

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