TABLE 1.
Social and Clinical Characteristics of 25 Children With 22q11 Deletion Syndrome
| Characteristic | N | % | Mean | SD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parents’ education (years)a | ||||
| 12–16 | 38 | 76 | ||
| >16 | 12 | 24 | ||
| Caucasian | 23 | 92 | ||
| Determination of 22q11 deletion syndrome by fluorescence in situ hybridization assay |
25 | 100 | ||
| Age at detection of syndrome (years) | 3.0 | 2.4 | ||
| Current DSM-IV diagnosis | 4 | 16 | ||
| Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder | 3 | 12 | ||
| Generalized anxiety disorder | 1 | 4 |
a
An indication of socioeconomic status according to the Hollings-head Index of Social Position (42). The percentages are based on two parents per child (N=50).