Characteristics of Victims and Controls Registered on Their Family Practitioner's List Between May 1999 and May 2001
| Victim Groups | Victims (n = 9183) | Controls (n = 7066) |
|---|---|---|
| Mean age (years) | 38.5 | 37.9 |
| Men | 52.8 | 52.0 |
| Children <15 years of age | 13.7 | 14.4 |
| Low/medium SES* | 70.4 | 67.1 |
| Psychological problems before disaster | 9.5 | 9.2 |
| Relocated | 8.8 | — |
| No contact with family practitioner | 5.8 | 6.4 |
All data presented as percentage, except mean age. SES, socioeconomic status.
* P < .001 (between victims and controls).