The use of artificial neural networks and multiple linear regression in modelling work-health relationships: Translating theory into analytical practice

European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology

Volumn 19, Issue 4, 2010, Pages 461-486

  Karanika Murray, Maria ^a   Cox, Tom ^b  

^a NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY   (United Kingdom)

^b UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM   (United Kingdom)

Author keywords

Artificial neural networks; Linear regression; Linearity assumption; Nonlinear relationships; Work related health

Indexed keywords

EID: 77954250312     PISSN: 1359432X     EISSN: 14640643     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1080/13594320902995916     Document Type: Article

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