Family Influences on Children's Health and Healthcare. Abstract and ExecutiveSummary of Dissertation

摘要

Children with disabilities or chronic illnesses are at increased risk forpsychological morbidity and many need mental health services. However, little research addresses this need in a U.S. population. This study examines the correlates of psychological adjustment and mental health care among disabled children ages 6-17 years. Data are from a combined file of the 1994 and 1995 National Health Interview Surveys, Supplements on Disability (NHIS-D), which are annual cross-sectional household questionnaires conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics. Mothers reported on children's health, psychosocial problems, mental health services use, and who, if anyone, coordinated the child's medical care.