Table 1 Sample characteristics, randomisation groups and level of significance
Patients | Every second day N = 30 | Every fourth day N = 30 | Level of significance |
|---|---|---|---|
Sex | |||
Boys | 11 (36.5%) | 13 (43.5%) | ns |
Girls | 19 (63.5%) | 17 (56.5%) | ns |
Age | |||
13-15 years | 14 (46.5%) | 11 (36.5%) | ns |
16-17 years | 16 (53.5%) | 19 (63.5%) | ns |
Treatment duration | |||
< 3 days | 14 (46.5%) | 15 (50.0%) | ns |
≥ 3 days | 16 (53.5%) | 15 (50.0%) | ns |
Diagnosis, ICD-10 | |||
Mood disorders, F30-F39 | 13 (43.0%) | 8 (27%) | ns |
Neurotic, stress-related and somatoform disorders, F40-F48 | 9 (30.0%) | 11 (36.5%) | ns |
Other disorders | 8 (27.0%) | 11 (36.5%) | ns |