Table 3.
Item statistics for parent satisfaction (SAMS-P)
| Item | MPH (n=35) | ATX (n=9) | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. I am satisfied with how my child behaves while taking this medication | 4.66±1.03 | 3.78±1.39 | 0.039 |
| 2. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child to pay attention | 4.69±1.02 | 3.89±1.27 | 0.054 |
| 3. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child getting less hyperactive | 4.77±1.00 | 3.78±1.20 | 0.015 |
| 4. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child sustain attention and stick to tasks | 4.71±1.13 | 3.56±0.73 | 0.006 |
| 5. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child cope better with homework | 4.51±1.25 | 3.44±1.01 | 0.022 |
| assignments and other tasks | |||
| 6. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child get along with other kids | 4.23±1.16 | 3.44±1.51 | 0.098 |
| 7. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child get along with my family | 4.57±1.20 | 3.56±1.51 | 0.037 |
| 8. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child to get along at school | 4.20±1.45 | 3.89±1.17 | 0.556 |
| 9. I am satisfied with the onset of the medication’s effect in the morning | 4.46±1.09 | 3.33±1.32 | 0.012 |
| 10. I am satisfied with the duration of the medication’s effect | 4.51±1.07 | 3.56±1.51 | 0.033 |
| 11. I am satisfied with how this medication helps my child feel good | 4.29±1.02 | 3.67±1.23 | 0.125 |
| 12. Overall, I am satisfied with the medication | 4.69±0.90 | 3.89±1.27 | 0.035 |
Data are presented as mean±SD. SD: standard deviation, MPH: methylphenidate, ATX: atomoxetine, SAMS-P: satisfaction with medication scale-parent report form