Conditional Indirect Effect

[Neeraj Kaushik]

Dear Friends

Let's discuss the Conditional Indirect Effect specifically regarding its application in moderated mediation using SmartPLS.

In basic terms, a conditional indirect effect occurs when the strength or direction of an indirect effect (the path from an independent variable to a dependent variable through a mediator) changes depending on the level of another variable, known as a moderator.

For example, consider a study on how [Independent Variable, e.g., Stress] impacts [Dependent Variable, e.g., Job Performance] through [Mediator, e.g., Burnout]. A conditional indirect effect would exist if the impact of [Stress] on [Job Performance] via [Burnout] is significantly stronger for [Moderator, e.g., Employees with low social support] than it is for those with high social support.

I've explained this concept using SmartPLS v4 in this video:

SmartPLS-v4 (16) Conditional Indirect Effect: https://youtu.be/2fMUu5x7czg

Happy learning
Neeraj