panelitutkimukset
Panelitutkimukset, often translated as panel studies or panel surveys, are a type of longitudinal research that involves repeatedly surveying the same group of individuals or households over a period of time. This consistent group, known as a panel, is selected to be representative of a larger population. The primary advantage of panel studies is their ability to track changes and developments within individuals and groups over time, providing insights into causal relationships and dynamic processes that cross-sectional studies, which only capture a snapshot in time, cannot offer.
Data is collected from the panel members at multiple points, which can range from a few months
Despite their strengths, panel studies are also resource-intensive and can face challenges. Panel attrition, where participants