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NNSD5

The NNSD5 interview is typically administered the year after the NNSD4. However, if a subject reaches age 26 and has not completed the sequence of interviews they are automatically skipped to the NNSD5 instrument. A complete data dictionary appears below. To skip to a certain section of data, click on the section below.

 

 

Nature and Nurture in Social Demography Year 5

Education
Reference

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
ED3 NUM STR 2 00=less than high school diploma or GED, 12=high school or GED, 13=one year, 14= two years (Associates of Arts), 15=three years, 16=four years, no degree, 17=five years or more, no degree, 18=bachelors, 20=masters, 22=advanced degree (e.g. doctorate, M.D., law degree) 00, 12 to 18, 20, 22 highest year of school completed
ED4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2-no 1 or 2 attending school now
ED5 NUM STR 1 1=high school, 2=technical, vocational, or trade school, 3=business or secretarial school, 4=2-year junior or community college, 5=4-year college, 6=graduate or professional school, 7=other 1 to 7 type of school attending
ED6 NUM STR 1 1=full time, 2= part time 1 or 2 attend school full time or part time
ED7A TEXT   subjects verbatim response   name of school attending
ED7B TEXT   subjects verbatim response   address of school attending
ED8 NUM STR 6 date attended mo/year date last attended school
ED9 NUM STR 1 1=high school, 2=technical, vocational, or trade school, 3=business or secretarial school, 4=2-year junior or community college, 5=4-year college, 6=graduate or professional school, 7=other (specify) 1 to 7 kind of school last attended
ED10 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 ever go back to school
ED11 NUM STR 1 1=less than a year, 2=a year or two, 3=three to four years, 4=five to six years, 5=more than six years, 6=don't know 1 to 6 when going back to school
ED12 NUM STR 1 1=12th grade or high school diploma, 2=graduate from technical, vocational, or trade school, 3=some college, 4=Associates degree, 5=Bachelors degree, 6=Masters degree, 7=Law or Specialists degree, 8=Doctorate or MD, 9=other (specify) 1 to 9 highest amount/kind of school expected to complete

Employment

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
WORK1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 currently have a job (paid/voluntary)
WORK2A TEXT   subject's verbatim response, -77   most important current job
WORK2B NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 ever had a paid or voluntary job
WORK2C TEXT   subject's verbatim response, -77   most important recent job
WORK3 TEXT   subject's verbatim response   job duties
WORK4 NUM STR 1 1=top executive; proprietor of a major business; professional requiring an advanced degree, 2=manager; proprietor of a medium business; professional requiring a college degree, 3=administrative personnel; small business owner; semiprofessional, 4=sales and clerical work; technician, 5=skilled manual worker, 6=machine operator and semiskilled worker, 7=unskilled worker, 8=homemaker 1 to 8 position at work
WORK5 NUM STR 1 1=less than 20 hours, 2=20 to 30 hours, 3=31 to 40 hours, 4=more than 40 hours 1 to 4 hours worked at job
WORK6 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 job considered to be your career
WORK7 NUM STR 1 1=very much, 2=somewhat, 3=not very much, 4=not at all 1 to 4 job prepare you for your career
WORK8 NUM STR 1 1=very committed, 2=somewhat committed, 3=not very committed, 4=not at all committed 1 to 4 committed to career in current job field
WORK9 NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not very important, 4=not at all important 1 to 4 importance of having a career job
WORK10 NUM STR 1 1=very much, 2=somewhat, 3=not very much, 4=not at all 1 to 4 preparation of education for career

Parent's Marital Status

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
READY TEXT   y=finished completing family constellation   finished completing family constellation interview
HMPRTA NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=don't know 1 or 2 parents divorced
HMPR1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 parents separated
HMPR1A NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 2 or 2 parents divorced
HMPR2 NUM STR 2 01=1yr old, 02=2yrs old.99=99 yrs old 01 to 99 age when parents separated
HMPR3 NUM STR 1 1=mother, 2=father, 3=joint custody, 4=joint custody, mostly with mother, 5=joint custody, mostly with father, 6=other 1 to 6 whom lived with after parents' separation
HMPR4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom lived with partner she was not married to
HMPR7 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 1=no 1 or 2 did mom marry any of the partners
HMPR11 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad lived with partner he was not married to
HMPR14 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 1=no 1 or 2 did dad marry any of the partners

Contact with Parents

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
PROXPARM NUM STR 1 1=same house, 2=same neighborhood, 3=same town, 4=w/in an hour's drive, 5=w/in a day's drive, 6=different state (need to fly), 7=different country, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 living proximity to mom
PROXPARF NUM STR 1 1=same house, 2=same neighborhood, 3=same town, 4=w/in an hour's drive, 5=w/in a day's drive, 6=different state (need to fly), 7=different country, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 living proximity to dad
CONPAR1M NUM STR 1 1=less than once a year, 2=once a year, 3=several times a year, 4=once a month, 5=about once a week, 6=once a day, 7=more than once a day, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 how often have you seen your mom
CONPAR1F NUM STR 1 1=less than once a year, 2=once a year, 3=several times a year, 4=once a month, 5=about once a week, 6=once a day, 7=more than once a day, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 how often have you seen your dad
CONPAR2M NUM STR 1 1=less than once a year, 2=once a year, 3=several times a year, 4=once a month, 5=about once a week, 6=once a day, 7=more than once a day, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 telephone contact with mom
CONPAR2F NUM STR 1 1=less than once a year, 2=once a year, 3=several times a year, 4=once a month, 5=about once a week, 6=once a day, 7=more than once a day, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 telephone contact with dad
CONPAR3M NUM STR 1 1=less than once a year, 2=once a year, 3=several times a year, 4=once a month, 5=about once a week, 6=once a day, 7=more than once a day, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 letter or e-mail contact with mom
CONPAR3F NUM STR 1 1=less than once a year, 2=once a year, 3=several times a year, 4=once a month, 5=about once a week, 6=once a day, 7=more than once a day, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 letter or e-mail contact with dad
CONPAR4 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=not very often, 3=usually, 4= always 1 to 4 frequency family gets together for holidays

Feelings toward Parents

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
FEEL1M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 feels loved and appreciated by mom
FEEL1F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 feels loved and appreciated by dad
FEEL2M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 depends on help from mom
FEEL2F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 depends on help from dad
FEEL3M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 emotionally close toward mom
FEEL3F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 emotionally close toward dad
FEEL4M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 extent of good communication with mom
FEEL4F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 extent of good communication with dad
FEEL5M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 how well understood by mom
FEEL5F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 how well understood by dad
FEEL6M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 how well do you understand mom
FEEL6F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 how well do you understand dad
FEEL7M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 conflict experienced with mom
FEEL7F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 conflict experienced with dad
FEEL8M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 disagreements with mom handled by shouting
FEEL8F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 disagreements with dad handled by shouting
FEEL9M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 frequency decisions are criticized by mom
FEEL9F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 frequency decisions are criticized by dad
FEEL10M NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 too much influence on decisions exerted by mom
FEEL10F NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 too much influence on decisions exerted by dad

Help from Parents

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
HELP1M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom gave advice on decisions
HELP1F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad gave advice on decisions
HELP2M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom gave help in connection with jobs
HELP2F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad gave help in connection with jobs
HELP3M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom took care of children, pets, plants or home
HELP3F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad took care of children, pets, plants or home
HELP4M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom gave financial help with money or loan
HELP4F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad gave financial help with money or loan
HELP5M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom helped out during an illness
HELP5F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad helped out during an illness
HELP6M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom fixed or made something for you
HELP6F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad fixed or made something for you
HELP7M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom comforted you in a personal crisis
HELP7F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad comforted you in personal crisis
HELP8M NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 mom gave you a special gift
HELP8F NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 dad gave you a special gift
HELP9M NUM STR 1 1=very poor, 2=poor, 3=reasonable, 4=good, 5=excellent 1 to 5 overall relationship with mom
HELP9F NUM STR 1 1=very poor, 2=poor, 3=reasonable, 4=good, 5=excellent 1 to 5 overall relationship with dad
HELPKID1 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 children ought to let aging parents live with them when they can no longer live by themselves
HELPKID2 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=srtongly disagree 1 to 4 children ought to provide financial help to aging parents

Contact with Siblings

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
ANYSIBS TEXT/NUM 1 Y or 1= yes, N or 2=no Y/1, N/2 does subject have siblings
SIBNAME TEXT   sibling's name   name of sibling
SIBID NUM STR 5 sibling's id number 5 digits CAP ID of sibling
SIBAGE NUM STR 2 01=1yr old, 02=2yrs old.99=99 yrs old 01 to 99 age of sibling
SIBCON1 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=less than once a year, 3=once a year, 4=several times a year, 5=once a month, 6=about once a week, 7=once a day, 8=more than once a day 1 to 8 how often do you see your sibling
SIBCON2 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 letter or e-mail contact with sibling
SIBCON3 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 phone contact with sibling
SIBCON4 NUM STR 1 1=same house, 2=same neighborhood, 3=same town, 4=w/in an hour's drive, 5=w/in a day's drive, 6=different state (need to fly), 7=different country, 8=not applicable 1 to 8 living proximity to sibling

Feelings toward Siblings

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
SIBFEL1 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 loved and appreciated by sibling
SIBFEL2 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 depend on help from sibling
SIBFEL3 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 emotionally close to sibling
SIBFEL4 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 good communication with sibling
SIBFEL5 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 how well sibling understands you
SIBFEL6 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 how well you understand sibling
SIBFEL7 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 conflict experienced with sibling
SIBFEL8 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 disagreements with sibling handled by shouting
SIBFEL9 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 frequency sibling is critical of your decisions
SIBFEL10 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 sibling exerts too much influence on your decisions

Sibling Help

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
SIBHLP1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 given advice on a decision
SIBHLP2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 help in connection with a job
SIBHLP3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 taking care of children, pets, plants or home
SIBHLP4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 help with money or a loan
SIBHLP5 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 help during an illness
SIBHLP6 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 fix or make something for each other
SIBHLP7 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 comforting one another in a personal crisis
SIBHLP8 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 give each other a special gift
SIBHLP9 NUM STR 1 1=very poor, 2=poor, 3=reasonable, 4=good, 5=excellent 1 to 5 description of relationship with sibling
MORESIBS TEXT 1 y=yes, n=no y or n other siblings in the family

Friendships

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
FRIEND1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 socialized or spent time with friends during the past year
FRIEND2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have one or more close friends
FRIEND3 NUM STR 1 1=not at all important, 2=not too important, 3=somewhat important, 4=pretty important, 5=very important 1 to 5 importance of having close friends and being included in their activities
FRIEND4 NUM STR 1 1=very little, 2=not too much, 3=some, 4=quite a bit, 5= a great deal 1 to 5 stress or pressure felt by not having close friends
FRIEND5 NUM STR 1 1=men friends, 2=women friends, 3=both men and women 1 to 3 gender of majority of friends
FRIEND6 NUM STR 1 1=none, 2=one hour or less a week, 3=2-3 hours a week, 4=4-5 hours a week, 5=6-7 hours a week, 6=8 or more hours a week 1 to 6 time spent with friends in a week through phone calls, visits, or other activities
FRIEND7 NUM STR 1 1=very little, 2=not too much, 3=some, 4=quite a bit, 5= a great deal 1 to 5 degree friends influenced thoughts and activities
FRIEND8 NUM STR 1 1=not at all important, 2=not too important, 3=somewhat important, 4=pretty important, 5=very important 1 to 5 importance of having a group of friends and be included in activities
FRIEND9 NUM STR 1 1=very dissatisfied, 2=somewhat dissatisfied, 3=neither satisfied nor dissatisfied, 4=somewhat satisfied, 5=very satisfied 1 to 5 satisfaction with group of friends
FRIEND10 NUM STR 1 1=share no interests and activities, 2=share a few interests and activities, 3=share some interests and activities, 4=share most interests and activities, 5=share all interests and activities 1 to 5 extent to which subject shares interests and activities with friends
FRIEND11 NUM STR 1 1=very little, 2=not too much, 3=some, 4=quite a bit, 5= a great deal 1 to 5 amount of stress or pressure in relationship with friends
FRIEND12 NUM STR 1 1=very little, 2=not too much, 3=some, 4=quite a bit, 5= a great deal 1 to 5 amount of warmth and affection from friends
FRIEND13 NUM STR 1 1=very little, 2=not too much, 3=some, 4=quite a bit, 5= a great deal 1 to 5 amount of support and encouragement from friends
FRIEND14 NUM STR 1 1=very little, 2=not too much, 3=some, 4=quite a bit, 5= a great deal 1 to 5 amount of loyalty subject and friends have for one another
FRIEND15 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I feel close to my friends
FRIEND16 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 friends don't take much interest in my problems
FRIEND17 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I feel lonely when with my friends
FRIEND18 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I don't feel I fit in well with my friends
FRIEND19 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 friends are willing to listen if I have a problem

Relationship Status

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
RSTAT1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 currently married
RSTAT2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 currently have a partner for at least one month
RSTAT3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 involved with a partner for at least one month in the past year
RHAPP1 NUM STR 1 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied 1 to 4 satisfaction with the amount of understanding you receive
RHAPP2 NUM STR 1 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied 1 to 4 satisfaction with the amount of love and affection you receive
RHAPP3 NUM STR 1 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied 1 to 4 satisfaction with the extent to which you and your partner/spouse agree about things
RHAPP4 NUM STR 1, 2 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied, -99=not applicable (not a sexual relationship) 1 to 4, -99 if relationship is also a sexual relationship, how satisfied are you with it
RHAPP5 NUM STR 1 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied 1 to 4 satisfaction with partner as someone to do things with
RHAPP6 NUM STR 1 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied 1 to 4 satisfaction with partner's faithfulness to you
RHAPP7 NUM STR 1 1=happy, 2=pretty happy, 3=not too happy 1 to 3 how would you describe your relationship
RHAPP8 NUM STR 1 1=better than most, 2= about the same as most, 3=not as good as most 1 to 3 compared with other relationships, is yours better than most, about the same as most, or not as good as most
RHAPP9 NUM STR 1, 2 1=getting better, 2=about the same, 3=getting worse, -99=not applicable 1 to 3, -99 if you are in the same relationship as last year, is your relationship getting better, about the same, or getting worse
RHAPP10T NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 is the subject married
RHAPP10 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 do you think you will marry this person

Problems in Relationship

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
RPROB1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one gets easily angered
RPROB2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one has feelings that are easily hurt
RPROB3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one is jealous
RPROB4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one is domineering
RPROB5 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one is moody
RPROB6 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one won't talk to the other
RPROB7 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one has become less interested in sex
RPROB8 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one has had a sexual relationship with someone else
RPROB9 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one has irritating habits
RPROB10 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one is not home enough
RPROB11 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one spends money foolishly
RPROB12 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one drinks or uses drugs
RPROB13 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 problem in relationship because one has been in trouble with the law
RINST1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 thought your relationship might be in trouble
RINST2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship
RINST3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 thought about breaking up
RINST4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner thought your relationship might be in trouble
RINST5 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship
RINST6 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner thought about breaking up
RINST7 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 you or your partner suggested the idea of breaking up
RQUAL1A NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 satisfaction with romantic relationship
SEXBEH5 NUM STR 2 00=0, 01=1, .99=99 00 to 99 number of partners had intercourse with in past year

Disagreements in Romantic Relationships
Reference

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
PVA1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 sulked or refused to talk about an issue with partner
PVA2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 cursed or sworn at a partner
PVA3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 damaged house or item due to anger over a partner
PVA4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 made threats to leave a relationship
PVA5 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 insulted or shamed a partner in front of others
PVA6 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 physically twisted a partner's arm
PVA7 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 pushed, grabbed, or shoved a partner
PVA8 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 slapped a partner
PVA9 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 shaken a partner
PVA10 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 thrown object that could hurt a partner
PVA11 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 kicked, bitten, or hit a partner with a fist
PVA12 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 hit or tried to hit a partner with something
PVA13 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 thrown or tried to throw a partner bodily
PVA14 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 beaten up a partner
PVA15 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 choked or strangled a partner
PVA16 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 physically forced sex on a partner
PVA17 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 threatened a partner with a knife or gun
PVB1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner sulked or refused to talk about an issue
PVB2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner cursed or sworn at you
PVB3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner damaged house or item due to anger over you
PVB4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner made threats to leave a relationship
PVB5 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner insulted or shamed you in front of others
PVB6 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner physically twisted your arm
PVB7 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner pushed, grabbed, or shoved you
PVB8 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner slapped you
PVB9 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner shook you
PVB10 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner threw an object that could hurt you
PVB11 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner kicked, bit, or hit you with a fist
PVB12 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner hit or tried to hit you with something
PVB13 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner threw or tried to throw you bodily
PVB14 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner beat you up
PVB15 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner choked or strangled you
PVB16 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner physically forced sex on you
PVB17 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 partner threatened you with a knife or gun

Number of Children

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
FAMATT3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 do you have children
FAMATT3A NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 change in number of children
FAMATT3B NUM STR 1 1=1, 2=2, .9=9 1 to 9 number of children
KIDNAME TEXT   subject's verbatim response   name of child
KIDSEX NUM STR 1 0=female, 1=male 0 or 1 sex of child
KIDAGE NUM STR 2 00=less than 1yr old, 01=1yr old, 02=2yrs old.99=99 yrs old 00 to 99 age of child
KIDBDAT NUM STR 10 child's birth date mo/da/year birth date of child
KIDRELAT NUM STR 1 1=biological, 2=adopted, 3=foster, 4=not adopted by you, significant other's child, 5=raising relative's child, 6=given up for adoption, 7=other (specify) 1 to 7 relationship of child
MOREKIDS NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 more children
FAMATT4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 desire to have children someday
FAMATT5 NUM STR/TEXT 1 1=children would interfere with my career, 2=there are already too many people in the world, 3=I don't think I'd be a good parent, 4=other (specify) 1 to 4 reason for not wanting a child
FAMATT6 NUM STR 2 subject's verbatim response in years 01 to 99 age subject would like to have first child
FAMATT7 NUM STR/TEXT 1 1=unmarried, 2=don't want children with current partner/no partner, 3=currently trying to have children, 4=not practical in current living/job/school situation, 5=waiting until older, 6=unable due to medical reasons, 7=financial constraints, 8=other (specify) 1 to 8 reasson for postponing having children
FAMATT8 NUM STR/TEXT 2 01=1 child, 02=2 children.99=99 children, subject's verbatim response ("out of my control") 01 to 99 number of children subject wants to have

Attitudes about Parenting

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
PARENT1 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 being a parent is harder than I thought it would be
PARENT2 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I feel capable and on top of things when caring for my child
PARENT3 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 more problems caring for my child than I expected
PARENT4 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I enjoy being a parent
PARENT5 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 it takes a long time for parents to develop close, warm feelings for their children
PARENT6 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I am succecful most of the time when I try to get my child to do or not do something
PARENT7 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I expected to have closer and warmer feelings for my child than I do, and that bothers me
PARENT8 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 child does things to bother me just to be mean
PARENT9 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 number of children I have now is too many
PARENT10 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 most of my life is spent doing things for my child
PARENT11 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I give up more of my life to meet my child's needs than I ever expected
PARENT12 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 I feel trapped by my responsibilities as a parent
PARENT13 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 since having a child, I have been unable to do new and different things
PARENT14 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 hard to find a place in our home where I can go by myself

Caldwell Parenting Assessment

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
CALDW_A NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no, 3=some are, some aren't 1 to 3 child in daycare or school
CALDW_B NUM STR 1 1=less than 10 hours/week, 2=10 to 19 hours/week, 3=20 to 39 hours/week, 4=40 or more hours/week 1 to 4 hours per week child is in daycare or school
CALDW_C NUM STR/TEXT 1 1=other relative's care, 2=small home setting, 3=center, 4=school, 5=multiple settings/other (specify) 1 to 5 type of daycare/school setting child is in
CALDW1 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=rarely, 3=occasionally, 4=allows, sometimes "sets up", 5=enthusiastic, often "sets up" 1 to 5 frequency letting child play with messy things, like mud, food, or sand
CALDW2 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 2 to 5 frequency slapping of spanking child when not minding in past week
CALDW3 NUM STR 1 1=no books, 2=1-20 books, 3=21-50 books, 4=51 to 100 books, 5=more than 100 books 1 to 5 number of books belonging to others in house that child can see
CALDW4 NUM STR 1 1=no books, 2=1-5 books, 3=6-20 books, 4=21-50 books, 5=more than 50 books 1 to 5 number of child's books that are readily available
CALDW5 NUM STR 1 1=no pets, 2= unresponsive pets, e.g. goldfish, 3=one responsive pet, 4=responsive plus other, 5=several responsive pets 1 to 5 type of pets family has
CALDW6 NUM STR 1 1=no substitutes, 2=1 person per week, 3=2 people per week, 4=3 people per week, 5=4 or more people per week 1 to 5 number of people who baby-sit child in a week, excluding daycare or school
CALDW7 NUM STR 1 1=less than 1x/week, 2=every other day, 3=once a day, 4=1-2 hours/day, 5=more than 2 hours/day 1 to 5 time child spends out of the house, excluding daycare or school
CALDW8 NUM STR 1 1=less than 1x/week, 2=every other day, 3=once a day, 4=a few times a day, 5=frequently during the day 1 to 5 frequency making suggestions for which toys or games child plays with
CALDW9 NUM STR 1 1=none, 2=one or two, 3=three to five, 4=six to ten, 5=more than ten 1 to 5 number of toys child has that he/she has available for which to play, but is not yet ready for
CALDW10 NUM STR 1 1=less than 1x/week, 2=every other day, 3=once a day, 4=1-2 hours/day, 5=more than 2 hours/day 1 to 5 frequency showing or playing together with child with toys that he/she is not ready for yet
CALDW11 NUM STR 1 1=less than 1x/week, 2=every other day, 3=once a day, 4=1-2 hours/day, 5=more than 2 hours/day 1 to 5 frequency having child with you and talk to him/her about what you're doing with housework and chores
CALDW12 NUM STR 1 1= no seeking, no action, 2=a little seeking and/or action, 3=has sought information and is interested, but not active, 4=has sought information, is active, 5=much information seeking, very active 1 to 5 how often information is sought about how to raise a child, and used with your family
CALDW13 NUM STR 1 1=1x/week or less, 2=at least 1x/week, 3=every other day, 4=every day, 5=more than 2 hours/day 1 to 5 time someone in family spends reading to child
CALDW14A NUM STR 1 1=0 to 5 hrs/week, 2=6 to 10 hrs/week, 3=11 to 15 hrs/week, 4=16 to 19 hrs/week, 5=20 or more hours a week 1 to 5 time spent taking care of child during child's waking hours
CALDW14B NUM STR 1 1=0 to 5 hrs/week, 2=6 to 10 hrs/week, 3=11 to 15 hrs/week, 4=16 to 19 hrs/week, 5=20 or more hours a week 1 to 5 time co-parent spends taking care of child during child's waking hours
CALDW15 NUM STR 1 1=less than 1x/week, 2=1 to 4 times/week, 3=5 to 7 times/week, 4=8 to 14 times/week, 5=more than 14 times 1 to 5 frequency child eats meals with family
CALDW16 NUM STR 1 1=less than 1x/month, 2=1-2x/month, 3=weekly, 4=several times/week, 5=almost daily 1 to 5 frequency child gets together with relatives or close friends

Religion

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
RELDEM2 NUM STR 1 1= not at all important, 2=not very important, 3=somewhat important, 4=extremely important 1 to 4 importance of religion now
RELDEM4 NUM STR 1, 2 1=catholic, 2=protestant/christian (specify), 3=jewish, 4=mormon, 5=muslim, 6=buddhist, 7=hindu, 8=unitarian, 9=other (specify), 10=no religion, -77=don't know, -99=missing 1 to 10, -77, -99 religion practiced now
RELATT4 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=less than once a month, 3=once a month, 4=a few times a month, 5=once a week, 6=daily 1 to 6 frequency of attending religious services
RELATT5 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=less than once a month, 3=once a month, 4=a few times a month, 5=once a week, 6=daily 1 to 6 frequency of making financial contributions to a religious group
RELATT6 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=less than once a month, 3=once a month, 4=a few times a month, 5=once a week, 6=daily 1 to 6 frequency of taking moments of prayer or meditation
RELATT7 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=less than once a month, 3=once a month, 4=a few times a month, 5=once a week, 6=daily 1 to 6 frequency of reading the Bible or other material
RELATT8 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=less than once a month, 3=once a month, 4=a few times a month, 5=once a week, 6=daily 1 to 6 frequency of getting comfort or strength from religion

Social Obligation (abbreviated)
Reference

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
ATCEVOL1 NUM STR 3 hours per month as a three-digit number 000 to 999 hours per month volunteering for hospital, nursing home, or other health care oriented volunteer work
ATCEVOL2 NUM STR 3 hours per month as a three-digit number 000 to 999 hours per month volunteering for school or other youth-centered volunteer work
ATCEVOL3 NUM STR 3 hours per month as a three-digit number 000 to 999 hours per month volunteering for political organizations or causes
ATCEVOL4 NUM STR 3 hours per month as a three-digit number 000 to 999 hours per month volunteering for other organizations, causes, or charities

Problems in Neighborhood

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
NEIGHB1 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with high unemployment
NEIGHB2 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with racial or cultural groups that don't get along with eachother
NEIGHB3 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with vandalism, and building and personal belongings being broken and torn up
NEIGHB4 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with little respect for rules, laws and authority
NEIGHB5 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with winos and junkies
NEIGHB6 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with prostitution
NEIGHB7 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with heavy vehicle traffic
NEIGHB8 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with abandon houses
NEIGHB9 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with sexual assults and rapes
NEIGHB10 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with burglaries and thefts
NEIGHB11 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with gambling
NEIGHB12 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with run down and poorly kept buildings and houses
NEIGHB13 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with syndicate, mafia, or organized crime
NEIGHB14 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with assults and muggings
NEIGHB15 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with delinquent gangs
NEIGHB16 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with transients, street people, and homeless people
NEIGHB17 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with drug use or drug peddling in the open
NEIGHB18 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with transportation not available
NEIGHB19 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with medical services too far away
NEIGHB20 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with city officials ignoring problems
NEIGHB21 NUM STR 1 1=big problem, 2=somewhat of a problem, 3=not a problem 1 to 3 degree of problem neighborhood has with police not available when needed

Right-Wing Authoritarianism
References

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
RWA1 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 laws have to be strictly enforced if we are to preserve our way of life
RWA2 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 people should pay less attention to the bible and other traditional forms of religious guidance, and instead develop their own personal standards of what is moral and immoral
RWA3 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 women should always remember the promise they make in marriage ceremony to obey their husbands
RWA4 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 our customs and national heritage are the things that have made us great, and certain people should be made to show greater respect for them
RWA5 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 capital punishment should be completely abolished
RWA6 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 national anthems, flags, and the glorification of one's country should be de-emphasized to promote the brotherhood of all men
RWA7 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 the facts of crime, sexual immorality, and the recent public disorders all show that we have to crack down harder on deviant groups and troublemakers if we are going to save our moral standards and preserve law and order
RWA8 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 a lot of our society's rules regarding modesty and sexual behavior are just customs which are not necessarily any better or holier than those which other peoples follow
RWA9 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 our prisons are a shocking disgrace. Criminals are unfortunate people who deserve much better care instead of so much punishment
RWA10 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 obedience and respect for authority are the most important virtues children should learn
RWA11 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 organizations like the army and the priesthood have a pretty unhealthy effect upon men because they require strict obedience of commands from supervisors
RWA12 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 one good way to teach certain people right from wrong is to give them a good strict punishment when they get out of line
RWA13 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 youngsters should be taught to refuse to fight in a war unless they themselves agree the war is just and necessary
RWA14 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 it may be considered old-fashioned by some, but having a decent respectable appearance is still the mark of a gentleman and, especially, a lady
RWA15 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 in these troubled times laws have to be enforced without mercy, especially when dealing with the agitators and revolutionaries who are stirring things
RWA16 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 atheists and others who have rebelled against the established religions are no doubt every bit as good and virtuous as those who attend church regularly
RWA17 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 young people sometimes get rebellious ideas, but as they grow up they ought to get over them and settle down
RWA18 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 rules about being "well mannered" and respectable are chains from the past that we should question very thoroughly before accepting
RWA19 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 the courts are right in being easy on drug offenders. Punishment would not do any good in cases like these
RWA20 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 if a child starts becoming a little unconventional, parents should see to it that he returns to the normal ways expected by society
RWA21 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 being kind to loafers and criminals will only encourage them to take advantage of your weaknesses, so its best to use a firm, tough hand when dealing with them
RWA22 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 a "woman's place" should be where ever she wants it to be. The days when women are submissive to their husbands and social conventions belong strictly in the past
RWA23 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 homosexuals are just as good and virtuous as anybody else, and there is nothing wrong with being one
RWA24 NUM STR 1 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree 1 to 4 its one thing to question and doubt someone during an election campaign, but once a man becomes leader of our country we owe him our greatest support and loyalty

Substance Use
Reference

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
SUBST1 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=once or twice, 3=occasionally but not regularly, 4=regularly in the past, 5=regularly now 1 to 5 frequency smoking cigarettes ever
SUBST2 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=less than one cigarette a day, 3=one to five cigarettes per day, 4=about one-half pack per day, 5=about one pack per day, 6=about one and one-half packs per day, 7=two packs per day 1 to 5 frequency smoking cigarettes in past 30 days
SUBST3 NUM STR 1 1=never, 2=once or twice, 3=occasionally but not regularly, 4=regularly in the past, 5=regularly now 1 to 5 frequency chewing tobacco or using snuff ever
SUBST4 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=less than once per day, 3=once or twice per day, 4=three to five times per day, 5=five to ten times per day, 6=more than ten times per day 1 to 5 frequency chewing tobacco or using snuff in past 30 days
SUBST5B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions drinking alcoholic beverages in past 12 months
SUBST5C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions drinking alcoholic beverages in last 30 days
SUBST6 NUM STR 1 1=more than once a day, 2=every day, 3=3-4 times per week, 4=1-2 times per week, 5=less often, 6=not at all 1 to 6 occasions drinking alcohol per week
SUBST7 NUM STR 1 1=1, 2=2, 3=3-4, 4=5-10, 5=10 or more 1 to 5 drinks in a single occasion
SUBST8 NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3-5 times, 5=6-9 times, 6=10 or more times 1 to 6 times having five or more drinks in last two weeks
SUBST9 NUM STR 1 1=more than once a day, 2=every day, 3=3-4 times per week, 4=1-2 times per week, 5=less often, 6=not at all 1 to 6 occasions drinking alcohol per week at the time of life drinking the most
SUBST10 NUM STR 1 1=1, 2=2, 3=3-4, 4=5-10, 5=10 or more 1 to 5 drinks in a single occasion at the time of life drinking most
SUBST11B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using marijuana in last 12 months
SUBST11C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using marijuana in last 30 days
SUBST12A NUM STR 1 1= yes, 2=no 1 or 2 use of other drugs in last 12 months
SUBST12B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions sniffing or inhaling gases in last 12 months
SUBST12C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions sniffing or inhaling gases in last 30 days
SUBST13B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using LSD or acid in last 12 months
SUBST13C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using LSD or acid in last 30 days
SUBST14B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using psychedelics other than LSD in last 12 months
SUBST14C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using psychedelics other than LSD in last 30 days
SUBST15B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using cocaine or crack in last 12 months
SUBST15C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using cocaine or crack in last 30 days
SUBST16B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions taken amphetamines in last 12 months
SUBST16C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions taken amphetamines in last 30 days
SUBST17B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using quaaludes in last 12 months
SUBST17C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using quaaludes in last 30 days
SUBST18B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using barbiturates in last 12 months
SUBST18C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using barbiturates in last 30 days
SUBST19B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using tranquilizers in last 12 months
SUBST19C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using tranquilizers in last 30 days
SUBST20B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using heroin in last 12 months
SUBST20C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using heroin in last 30 days
SUBST21B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using narcotics other than heroin in last 12 months
SUBST21C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1-2 times, 3=3-5 times, 4=6-9 times, 5=10-19 times, 6=20-39 times, 7=40 or more times 1 to 7 occasions using narcotics other than heroin in the last 30 days
SUBST22 NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 times received a traffic ticket or been stopped and warned in last 12 months
SUBST22A NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 number of tickets or warnings after drinking alcohol in last 12 months
SUBST22B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 number of tickets or warnings after smoking marijuana in last 12 months
SUBST22C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 number of tickets or warnings after using other illegal drugs in last 12 months
SUBST23 NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 number of accidents while driving in the last 12 months
SUBST23A NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 number of accidents while driving after drinking alcohol in last 12 months
SUBST23B NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 number of accidents while driving after smoking marijuana in last 12 months
SUBST23C NUM STR 1 1=0 times, 2=1 time, 3=2 times, 4=3 times, 5=4 or more times 1 to 5 number of accidents while driving after using other illegal drugs in last 12 months

Health

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
HEALTH1 NUM STR 1 1=excellent, 2=good, 3=fair, 4=not well, 5=poor 1 to 5 quality of health
HEALTH2 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=pretty much, 5=very much 1 to 5 during the past four weeks, how much have physical health problems caused you difficulty in doing your work or other regular activities
HEALTH3 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=pretty much, 5=very much 1 to 5 during the past four weeks, how much have emotional problems, such as feeling depressed or anxious, led you to accomplish less than you would have liked at work or other daily activities
HEALTH4 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=pretty much, 5=very much 1 to 5 during the past four weeks, how much have physical or emotional problems interfered with your normal social activities with family, friends, neighbors, or groups
HEALTH5 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=pretty much, 5=very much 1 to 5 amount of pain in past four weeks
MED1 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had asthma
MED2 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had bronchitis
MED3 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had frequent headaches
MED4 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had frequent dizziness
MED5 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had frequent injuries
MED6 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had broken bones or fractures
MED7 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had head injuries
MED8 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had diabetes
MED9 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had frequent stomach aches
MED10 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever been overweight
MED11 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever been underweight
MED12 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had colorblindness
MED13 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had very poor eyesight
MED14 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had very poor hearing
MED15 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had ear surgery
MED16 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had acne
MED17 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had other skin problems
MED18 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had allergies to medications
MED19 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had allergies to animals
MED20 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had heart problems
MED21 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had high blood pressure
MED22 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had bladder infections
MED23 NUM STR 1, 2 1=yes, 2=no, (-99 for males) 1 or 2, -99 (females only, males enter -99) have you ever had menstrual problems
MED24 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had prolonged anxiety, depression, or other mental health problems
MED25 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had cancer
MED26 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had emphysema
MED27 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had chronic digestive disease
MED28 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had epilepsy or a seizure disorder
MED29 NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had developmental problems, such as problems with speech, language, or learning
MED30 NUM STR/TEXT 1 1=yes (specify all), 2=no 1 or 2 have you ever had any other problems, major diseases, disabilities, or handicaps
MED31 NUM STR/TEXT 1 1=yes (specify all), 2=no 1 or 2 medication being taken on regular basis

Long Term Goals

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
GOAL1A NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not at all important 1 to 3 importance of having a good job or career
GOAL1B NUM STR 1 1=good, 2=fair, 3=poor, 4=already achieved, 5=don't know 1 to 5 chances of having a good job or career
GOAL2A NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not at all important 1 to 3 importance of using abilities at job or career
GOAL2B NUM STR 1 1=good, 2=fair, 3=poor, 4=already achieved, 5=don't know 1 to 5 chances of using abilities at job or career
GOAL3A NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not at all important 1 to 3 importance of graduating from college
GOAL3AI NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no, 3=don't know 1 to 3 has subject graduated from college
GOAL3B NUM STR 1 1=good, 2=fair, 3=poor, 4=already achieved, 5=don't know 1 to 5 chances of graduating from college
GOAL4A NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not at all important 1 to 3 importance of being married
GOAL4AI NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no, 3=don't know 1 to 3 is subject married
GOAL4B NUM STR 1 1=good, 2=fair, 3=poor, 4=already achieved, 5=don't know 1 to 5 chances of getting married
GOAL5A NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not at all important 1 to 3 importance of having children of your own
GOAL5AI NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no, 3=don't know 1 to 3 does subject have children
GOAL5B NUM STR 1 1=good, 2=fair, 3=poor, 4=already achieved, 5=don't know 1 to 5 chances of having children of his/her own
GOAL6A NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not at all important 1 to 3 importance of having an above annual income
GOAL6B NUM STR 1 1=good, 2=fair, 3=poor, 4=already achieved, 5=don't know 1 to 5 chances of having an above annual income
GOAL7A NUM STR 1 1=very important, 2=somewhat important, 3=not at all important 1 to 3 importance of providing a good home for your family
GOAL7B NUM STR 1 1=good, 2=fair, 3=poor, 4=already achieved, 5=don't know 1 to 5 chances of providing a good home for your family
GOAL8A NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 if you could change your life, would you get more education
GOAL8B NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 do you think you will you get more education
GOAL9A NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 if you could change your life, would you get a better job
GOAL9B NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 do you think you will you get a better job
GOAL10A NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 if you could change your life, would you earn a higher income
GOAL10B NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 do you think you will you earn a higher income
GOAL11 NUM STR 1 1=completely satisfied, 2=almost completely satisfied, moderately satisfied, 4=slightly satisfied, 5=not at all satisfied 1 to 5 satisfaction with present standard of living and financial situation

General Questions

Variable Name
Type
Digits in Code
Formula
Range
Variable Label
GEN3A NUM STR 1 1=with parents, 2=college dormitory, 3=apartment or house, 4=military housing, 5=other 1 to 5 type of housing currently
GEN3B NUM STR 1 1=by self, 2=with friends, 3=with spouse/significant other, 4=with unknown roommates, 5=with other relatives, 6=other 1 to 6 people currently living with
GEN3C NUM STR 1 1=yes, 2=no 1 or 2 staying in same place next year
GEN3D NUM STR 1 1=by self, 2=with friends, 3=with spouse/significant other, 4=with unknown roommates, 5=with other relatives, 6=other (not mentioned above) 1 to 6 person living with next year
GEN3E NUM STR 1 1=same area, 2=different area (town/country), 3=different state, 4=different country 1 to 4 intended living location next year
GEN5 NUM STR 1 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot 1 to 4 importance of interview questions to your life
GEN5A TEXT   subject's verbatim response   aspects of your life we forgot to ask about

 

Modified 04.13.07
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