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Table 3 Standardized total, direct and indirect effect of the variables on QOL

From: Exploring the influencing factors of quality of life among the empty nesters in Shanxi, China: a structural equation model

Path

Total effect

Direct effect

Indirect effect

Socio-economic status → behavioral lifestyle → QOL

0.288

–

0.288

Family relationship → behavioral lifestyle → QOL

0.115

–

0.115

Behavioral lifestyle → QOL

0.446

0.446

–