Table 3.

Examples of coding schemes

Coding for the probe “How did you first learn of the attack?” (Only code for FIRST response)

(0) not stated, (1) TV, (2) Radio, (3) E-mail/IM, (4) Phone call (includes Phone messages), (5) Visual sighting, (6) Word-of-mouth, (7) Sounds/Screams/Sirens, (8) Other (Enter response in addendum)

Coding for the probe “Whom were you with when you learned of the attack?”

Inasmuch as more than one response was possible, coder had to indicate which of the following options were given on the survey.

Not stated, spouse/lover, child, sibling, other blood relative, parent-in-law, child-in-law, sibling-in-law, other in-law, close friend, acquaintance friend, colleague, roommate, teacher, student, classmate, neighbor, fellow commuter, stranger, government official (police, fire department, etc), medical personnel (doctor, nurse, EMT), alone, and other.