Mental and Behavioural Disorders: child psychology Mental and Behavioural Disorders Child psychology
Conditions
Interventions
A. MacInterview
B. Interview using equivalent material presented in a paper-based format
The study will use an experimental (between-subjects) design involving two gro
Sponsors
Department of Health (UK)
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Children aged between seven and 11 years (inclusive) referred to the Child and Adolescent Psychology Department, Carol Kendrick Unit, Withington Hospital, Nell Lane, West Didsbury, Manchester.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Not applicable
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Comparison in each interview format of: 1. The number and length (word count) of the child's verbal utterances 2. The amount of time spent "on task", as opposed to attending to external distractions 3. The amount of "standard" information obtained (i.e. information provided in answering the interview questions) 4. The amount of "additional" information obtained (i.e. information volunteered by the child over and above that given in response to the interview questions) 5. The amount of "emotion-focused" information obtained (i.e. information relating to the child's feelings or emotional states) 6. The amount of time required to complete the procedure 7. The child's rating of his/her enjoyment of the interview | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Not provided at time of registration | — |
Countries
United Kingdom
Outcome results
None listed