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Using LISREL to analyze genetic and environmental covariance structure

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A method is described in which the LISREL computer program is used for the genetic analysis of covariance structure. The method is illustrated with simulated and published twin data.

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  1. Department of Experimental Psychology, Free University, De Boelelaan 1115, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Dorret I. Boomsma

  2. Department of Psychology, University of Amsterdam, Weesperplein 8, 1018 XA, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Peter C. M. Molenaar

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Boomsma, D.I., Molenaar, P.C.M. Using LISREL to analyze genetic and environmental covariance structure. Behav Genet 16, 237–250 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01070799

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