Table 2. The likelihood of children belonging to the younger cohort based on specific parental concerns.
| Total (n=1,287) | Current Age 6-11 (n=668) | Current Age 12-17 (n=619) | Adjusted Odds Ratio1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Concerns (%) | ||||
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| ||||
| Verbal Communication | 68.9 | 73.0 | 63.9 | 1.69* (1.01-2.81) |
| Behavioral Difficulties | 87.9 | 86.7 | 89.3 | 0.57 (0.27-1.20) |
| Motor Problems | 66.4 | 66.4 | 66.3 | 1.10 (0.72-1.66) |
| Nonverbal Communication | 88.8 | 89.5 | 87.8 | 1.15 (0.67-1.95) |
| Learning Difficulties | 69.7 | 70.5 | 68.7 | 0.94 (0.54-1.64) |
| Unusual Gestures/Movements | 45.0 | 46.9 | 42.8 | 1.13 (0.73-1.76) |
| Medical Problems | 23.1 | 24.4 | 21.5 | 1.24 (0.73-2.12) |
1
Odds ratios for each specific concern was adjusted by all other concerns
*
p<.05