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. 2009 Mar;4(1):67-82.
doi: 10.1080/17450120802385729.

Maternal HIV/AIDS and adolescent depression: A covariance structure analysis of the "Parents and Adolescents Coping Together" (PACT) model

Debra A Murphy  1 , William D Marelich, Hortensia Amaro
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Maternal HIV/AIDS and adolescent depression: A covariance structure analysis of the "Parents and Adolescents Coping Together" (PACT) model

Debra A Murphy et al. Vulnerable Child Youth Stud. 2009 Mar.

Abstract

The current study assessed the efficacy of selected variables from the Parents and children Coping Together (PACT) model, which was designed to predict maternal HIV effects on child/adolescent outcomes. Data from two longitudinal studies applying PACT measures were utilized, encompassing a seven-year assessment timespan for HIV-infected mothers and their children. Both maternal and child-based measures were evaluated, and a sequential longitudinal design was adopted. Structural equation modeling using FIML was performed to assess the proposed model. Results show the PACT model was viable in predicting child/adolescent outcomes of self-concept and depression. Study implications are discussed, including the influences of maternal factors on child's self-concept and depression, and a reconsideration of the affect of family cohesion on child/adolescent outcomes.

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Figure 1
Figure 1. PACT Model
Note: Selected variables for this study are in bold
Figure 2
Figure 2. Hypothesized measurement model for PACT over 83 months. Observed variables are shown within rectangles, and latent constructs are shown within ellipses
Note: Estimated parameters are noted with a “*”, and directional relationships are indicated with +/−. Note: Error variance terms for measured variables are not shown.
Figure 3
Figure 3. Final standardized parameter estimates for PACT measurement model after modifications
Note: Error variance terms for measured variables not shown. **p < .01; *p < .05, +p < .10
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