Logistic regression model of Child TV viewing (>2 h/day) predicted by parental TV viewing, parental attitudes and media equipment (n=733)*
| OR | 95% CI | p Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parental TV viewing >2 h/day (ref <2 h) | 7.75 | 2.57 to 5.47 | <0.001 |
| Number of SV items in house | 0.96 | 0.86 to 1.09 | 0.551 |
| Number of SV items in child's bedroom | 1.22 | 1.07 to 1.39 | 0.004 |
| SV is valuable family time | 1.16 | 0.96 to 1.41 | 0.134 |
| SV keeps children entertained | 1.06 | 0.87 to 1.29 | 0.561 |
| SV is relaxing for children | 1.49 | 1.20 to 1.84 | <0.001 |
| SV helps to educate children | 0.96 | 0.77 to 1.20 | 0.743 |
*Models are all mutually adjusted for the variables listed above as well as parental education, parental age and number of children
SV, screen-viewing.
p Values <0.05 are in bold.