Table 2.
Comparison of SDQ total scores between general UK and looked after populations and the longitudinal subsample in the present study.
| Samples and Subpopulations | n | SDQ Total Difficulty Score, Mean (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| UK general population | 10,298 | 8.4 |
| Looked after children | ||
| Foster care | 781 | 15.3 (14.7–15.8) |
| At risk children living with natural parents | 190 | 16.2 (15.0–17.3) |
| Kinship care | 165 | 12.2 (11.0–13.4) |
| Residential care | 255 | 20.0 (19.1–20.8) |
| Wales Adoption Cohort Study | ||
| Time 1 | 58 | 13.6 (11.87–15.43) |
| Time 2 | 76 | 10.6 (9.31–11.81) |
| Time 3 | 70 | 10.8 (9.40–12.17) |