Publication type
Book Chapter
Series Number
Ch. 11
Series
Handbook of Longitudinal Research: Design Measurement and Analysis
Author
Publication date
June 1, 2008
Summary:
This chapter discusses the process of attrition in longitudinal surveys. Attrition occurs where individuals who initially take part in a longitudinal survey drop-out at a subsequent round of the survey. If attrition levels are high, the quality of the data may be reduced, particularly if those who drop-out have specific demographic or other characteristics. The chapter outlines survey design issues affecting attrition rates and data collection strategies to minimise losses to the sample.
Volume and page numbers
Volume: 167-184 , p.167 -185
Subject
Notes
by Scott Menard (ed.)
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