Author: Mendes Ana Souza Crippa José Souza Roberto Loureiro Sonia
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
ISSN: 1092-7875
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal, Vol.17, Iss.10, 2013-12, pp. : 1825-1834
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Abstract
The epidemiological dimension of mental health problems in childhood and its impact warrant new studies. Knowledge about the predictors of mental health in children is scant in developing countries. The present study estimated the prevalence of psychiatric disorders in Brazilian school-age children based on a community sample from primary health care services, with the aim of verifying the predictive value of biological, social, and familial risk factors in children’s mental health. The study was performed with 120 children of both genders identified through their mothers. The children’s mental health was evaluated by sociodemographic factors and a diagnostic interview conducted with parents. Biological, social, and familial risk factors were evaluated by the Supplemental Questionnaire and Structured Clinical Interview for the
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