Table 3.
Correlation of Gastrointestinal Symptoms+ with Child Comorbid Psychopathologies, Parents’ Anxiety/Depression, and Diets
| Correlation | p value | |
|---|---|---|
| ASD diagnosis | 0.222 | <0.001 |
| SDQ emotional score | 0.207 | <0.001 |
| SDQ conduct score | 0.169 | <0.01 |
| SDQ hyperactivity score | 0.155 | <0.01 |
| Parents’ HADS anxiety score | 0.209 | <0.001 |
| Parents’ HADS depression score | 0.157 | <0.01 |
| Fiber intake | −0.080 | ns |
| Nutrient intake | −0.002 | ns |
| Unhealthy food intake | −0.078 | ns |
Notes: +GI symptoms = constipation, abdominal migraine, aerophagia.