Table 2 Bivariate associations and logistic regression analyses of risk factors regarding indications of mental health problems. Odds ratios and confidence intervals are presented (n = 455)

1. Lack of occupation

1.18 (0.73–1.90)

0.90 (0.54–1.49)

1.03 (0.59–1.78)

2. Problems at school

1.42 (0.91–2.20)

1.16 (0.72–1.87)

1.13 (0.70–1.83)

3. Placement in foster care/residential home

1.68 (1.06–2.66)*

1.65 (1.01–2.68)*

1.73 (1.053–2.85)*

4. Problems in childhood environment

1.22 (0.83–1.78)

0.94 (0.61–1.45)

0.98 (0.63–1.52)

5. Early age at onset of substance use

1.01 (0.65–1.58)

0.90 (0.56–1.46)

0.81 (0.50–1.32)

6. Delinquent peers

0.93 (0.59–1.49)

0.87 (0.54–1.43)

0.99 (0.60–1.65)

7. Exposure to violence/abuse

1.36 (0.94–2.04)

1.16 (0.75–1.79)

1.13 (0.72–1.78)

8. Depression

2.51 (1.68–3.74)***

2.51 (1.61–3.91)***

2.55 (1.60–4.08)***

9. Violent behavior

1.27 (0.81–1.98)

0.95 (0.59–1.55)

0.95 (0.58–1.57)

10. Traumatic events

1.16 (0.79–1.72)

0.89 (0.57–1.38)

0.80 (0.51–1.27)