A twin study of specific behavioral problems of socialization as viewed by parents |
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Authors: | Michael O'Connor Terryl Foch Todd Sherry Robert Plomin |
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Affiliation: | (1) Institute for Behavioral Genetics, University of Colorado, 80309 Boulder, Colorado;(2) University of Colorado, Boulder |
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Abstract: | Our study focused on the etiology of specific behavioral problems rather than on a global syndrome such as hyperactivity. As a first step in studying specific behavioral problems, we revised the Conners (1970) Parent Symptom Rating questionnaire to improve its factor structure. Our revised instrument and the testretest reliabilities of its 12 scales are described. A classical twin analysis comparing intraclass correlations for 54 pairs of identical twins and 33 pairs of same-sex fraternal twins indicated substantial genetic influence on behavioral problems in schoolaged children.We wish to express our gratitude for the Spencer Foundation's support of this research. |
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