Table 3.
Multiple regression analyses predicting the CSHQ total score from the ABC and SP sub-scales. Model 1: When using all ABC and SP sub-scales as well as age, ADOS, and cognitive scores. Model 2: When using only the ABC irritability sub-scale and the SP sensitivity sub-scale as well as their interaction term
| β | P | |
|---|---|---|
| Model 1: adjusted R2 = 0.31 | ||
| ABC | ||
| Irritability | 2.30 | < 0.05 |
| Social withdrawal | 1.42 | 0.16 |
| Stereotypical behavior | 0.28 | 0.78 |
| Hyperactivity | -0.56 | 0.57 |
| Inappropriate speech | 0.66 | 0.51 |
| SP | ||
| Seeking | 1.45 | 0.15 |
| Avoiding | -0.37 | 0.70 |
| Sensitivity | 2.62 | < 0.01 |
| Low registration | -0.77 | 0.43 |
| Age | -0.56 | 0.57 |
| ADOS Score | 0.98 | 0.32 |
| Cognitive Score | 1.06 | 0.29 |
| Model 2: adjusted R2 = 0.35 | ||
| ABC | ||
| Irritability | 3.60 | < 0.001 |
| SP | ||
| Sensitivity | 5.11 | < 0.001 |
| Interaction | ||
| Irritability*Sensitivity | 3.53 | < 0.001 |
ABC Aberrant Behavior Checklist, SP Sensory Profile