Agreement Between Two Behavioral Rating Scales in Preschoolers Born Very Preterm.

Marie CamerotaJessica BagleyElisabeth C McGowanBrian S CarterJennifer CheckLynne M DansereauSheri A DellaGrottaJennifer B HeldermanJulie A HofheimerCynthia M LoncarCharles R NealT Michael O'SheaSteven L PastyrnakLynne M SmithTodd M EversonBarry M Lester

Published in: Journal of developmental and behavioral pediatrics : JDBP (2023)

Agreement between BASC-3 and CBCL subscales was weak to moderate, with the exception of subscales related to attention and hyperactivity, as well as composite scores indicating overall behavior problems. Researchers and clinicians should consider these discrepancies when interpreting the results of behavior rating scales with preschool children because conclusions could differ based on the assessment that is used.

Keyphrases

low birth weight
gestational age
mental health
working memory
preterm birth
high intensity
palliative care
preterm infants
psychometric properties