Clarification on Full Mediation in Structural Model

[Yashi Kapil]

Respected group members and Neeraj Sir

I would like to seek clarification regarding the interpretation of mediation in my research model. The analysis has been conducted using SmartPLS (PLS-SEM). In my results, I observed that the independent variables do not have a significant direct effect on the dependent variable. However, they show a significant effect on the dependent variable through the mediator.

Based on this, I understand that this is a case of full mediation. I would like to confirm whether such a model where both the IVs show full mediation can be considered theoretically and statistically valid.

Additionally, I would appreciate your guidance on how best to justify and report this finding in my research.

Looking forward to your valuable insights.

Thanks, and regards

Yashi Kapil

Research Scholar, Bennett University