Table 2.
Scales of the Child Health Questionnaire - Parental Form 50.
| CHQ-PF50 scale | Number of items | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Physical | ||
| Physical functioning | 6 | Limitations in physical activities such as walking, bathing, and strenuous sports |
| Role physical | 2 | Limitations in school-related activities and activities with friends as a result of physical health |
| Bodily pain | 2 | Intensity and frequency of general pain or discomfort |
| General health perceptions | 6 | Perception of overall health status |
| Psychological | ||
| Role emotional/behavioural | 3 | Limitations in school, work, or activities with friends as a result of emotional or behavioural problems |
| Behaviour | 6 | Ability to get along with others and behavioural problems including aggression, delinquency, hyperactivity or impulsivity, and social withdrawal |
| Mental health | 5 | Both negative and positive states including anxiety, depression, and positive effect |
| Self esteem | 6 | Satisfaction with school and athletic ability, looks or appearance, ability to get along with others and family, and life overall |
| Parental impact | ||
| Parental impact - emotional | 3 | Distress and worry experienced by parent regarding child's condition |
| Parental impact - time | 3 | Limitations in personal time experienced by parent due to child's conditions |
| Family | ||
| Family activities | 6 | Limitations and interruptions in usual family activities and family tension as a result of child's health |
| Family cohesion | 1 | Ability of family members to get along with one another |