Unpacking Depression: Measurement Models and Academic Performance

This chapter provides an in-depth exploration of depression and its indicators using the Beck Depression Inventory, while employing confirmatory factor analysis to understand the relationship between depression and academic performance. It discusses the challenges in accurately measuring depression alongside academic outcomes, highlighting the complexities of how these constructs interact. Through metaphors and humor, the chapter emphasizes the significance of robust measurement models in psychometrics and their implications for understanding the multifaceted nature of depression.