Objective: To examine the psychometric properties of the Eyberg Child Behavior Inventory (ECBI) as a screening inventory for conduct problem behavior in pediatric settings. Sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative predictive power were calculated using the Achenbach Child Behavior Checklist as the criterion measure for disease. Sites and settings: Participants were 159 mothers of children aged 4-16 who were seen within a large medical center. Results: The correct classification rate, or hit rate, of the ECBI was found to be 80% in a child mental health clinic and estimated to be 85% in a general pediatric clinic. Implications for practice: The ECBI can be used as an efficient, effective screening measure for child conduct problem behavior.

Child Study Lab
Department of Clinical and Health Psychology
University of Florida
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