Codes and Frequencies
An 'X' indicates the category is available for that sample
| Code | Label |
81
|
|---|---|---|
| 0 | NIU | X |
| 1 | No | X |
| 2 | Yes | X |
| 9 | Unknown | X |
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Description
For sample children under 18 years of age, EFHFBIGCHANG indicates if the family or any family member made a large change to their regular lives not otherwise specified in the survey because of a health problem of the sampled child.
Potential changes include moving, struggling to make ends meet, taking a new job, not taking a new job, quitting an existing job, a family member leaving home, or a family member getting a divorce.
EFHFBIGCHANG was first introduced in 1981 as part of a supplement on child health. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function or drop-down menus.
Universe
- 1981: Sample persons under age 18.
Availability
- 1981
Weights
- 1981 : SAMPWEIGHT