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NDA ABCD CCF OAI NIAAADA AMP SCZ HEAL

Children's Organizational Skills Scale

72 Shared Subjects

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Clinical Assessments
Cognitive
12/06/2017
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Definition
Submission Template
Query Element Name Data Type Size Required Description Value Range Notes Aliases
subjectkey GUID Required The NDAR Global Unique Identifier (GUID) for research subject NDAR*
src_subject_id String 20 Required Subject ID how it's defined in lab/project
interview_date Date Required Date on which the interview/genetic test/sampling/imaging/biospecimen was completed. MM/DD/YYYY
interview_age Integer Required Age in months at the time of the interview/test/sampling/imaging. 0::1440 Age is rounded to chronological month. If the research participant is 15-days-old at time of interview, the appropriate value would be 0 months. If the participant is 16-days-old, the value would be 1 month.
sex String 20 Required Sex of subject at birth M;F; O; NR M = Male; F = Female; O=Other; NR = Not reported gender
Query coss1 Integer Recommended [Subject] starts projects but has a hard time finishing them 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp1, cosst1
Query coss2 Integer Recommended [Subject] has trouble starting schoolwork or projects 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp2, cosst2
Query coss3 Integer Recommended [Subject] is an organized person 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp3, cosst3
Query coss4 Integer Recommended [Subject] remembers things [Subject] needs perfectly 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss5 Integer Recommended [Subject]runs out of time before [Subject] can finish his/ her schoolwork 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp4, cosst4
Query coss6 Integer Recommended [Subject] has to stay up late to finish school projects or homework 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp5
Query coss7 Integer Recommended When [Subject] has a big project to do, [Subject] does not know what to do first 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp6, cosst5
Query coss8 Integer Recommended When [Subject] has to do a job or schoolwork, [Subject] starts right away 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss9 Integer Recommended [Subject] has a hard time keeping [Subject]s work organized 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp8, cosst6
Query coss10 Integer Recommended [Subject] puts [Subject] things in order 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp9, cosst7
Query coss11 Integer Recommended [Subject] makes lists, schedules, and reminders 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp10, cosst8
Query coss12 Integer Recommended [Subject] has trouble finding [Subject] school supplies when [Subject] needs them 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp53, cosst9
Query coss13 Integer Recommended [Subject] forgets when school assignments are due 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp12, cosst10
Query coss14 Integer Recommended The directions on [Subject]s schoolwork do not make sense 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp13, cosst11
Query coss15 Integer Recommended [Subject]s room is neat 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp14
Query coss16 Integer Recommended [Subject] comes to school and find out there is a test [Subject] did not know about or [Subject] forgot about 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp15, cosst12
Query coss17 Integer Recommended When [Subject] finishes [Subject]s work, [Subject] checks it over carefully 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp16, cosst13
Query coss18 Integer Recommended [Subject] remembers exactly where [Subject] puts everything 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss19 Integer Recommended [Subject] homework is very neat 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp17, cosst14
Query coss20 Integer Recommended When [Subject] does [Subject]s homework, [Subject] does one subject at a time 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp18, cosst15
Query coss21 Integer Recommended [Subject] gets to places on time 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp19
Query coss22 Integer Recommended [Subject] forgets to bring the things [Subject] needs to school 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp20, cosst16
Query coss23 Integer Recommended It is hard for [Subject]s to find the papers [Subject] needs 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp21, cosst17
Query coss24 Integer Recommended [Subject] forgets to do things 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp11
Query coss25 Integer Recommended [Subject] has trouble finding clothes when [Subject] wants them 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp22
Query coss26 Integer Recommended [Subject] forgets to return things [Subject] borrows from other kids 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp23, cosst18
Query coss27 Integer Recommended [Subject] does things without thinking about what might happen after [Subject] does them 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp24, cosst20
Query coss28 Integer Recommended [Subject] comes to school prepared for [Subject] classes 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp25
Query coss29 Integer Recommended [Subject] loses things at school 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp26, cosst22
Query coss30 Integer Recommended [Subject] forgets to return things [Subject] borrows from [Subject]s school or library 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp30, cosst21
Query coss31 Integer Recommended [Subject] has lots of time to does everything [Subject] needs to 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss32 Integer Recommended [Subject] says things without thinking about what might happen after [Subject] says them 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp28, cosst23
Query coss33 Integer Recommended Before [Subject] starts a big project, [Subject] writes down the order of steps to work on 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp29, cosst19
Query coss34 Integer Recommended [Subject]s desk is neat 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cosst24
Query coss35 Integer Recommended [Subject] does [Subject]s homework in the same place 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp32
Query coss36 Integer Recommended The place where [Subject] does [Subject]s homework is neat 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp33
Query coss37 Integer Recommended [Subject] writes down the dates of tests on an assignment pad or calendar 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp34, cosst25
Query coss38 Integer Recommended [Subject] remembers when [Subject] is supposed to do things perfectly 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss39 Integer Recommended [Subject] has trouble finding my playthings (sports equipment, toys, CDs, etc.) when [Subject] wants them 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp35
Query coss40 Integer Recommended [Subject] makes a rough draft or outline before [Subject] writes a report or story 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp36, cosst26
Query coss41 Integer Recommended [Subject] puts [Subject]s books in the same place when [Subject] comes home from school 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss42 Integer Recommended If [Subject] wants to get something done on time or be ready on time for an event, people has to give [Subject] many reminders about how much time [Subject] has left 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp37
Query coss43 Integer Recommended [Subject] does [Subject]s homework, but cannot find it when [Subject] gets to school 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cosst27
Query coss44 Integer Recommended [Subject] knows the day and time [Subject] has activities outside of school 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp38
Query coss45 Integer Recommended [Subject] has folders or notebooks for each class 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp40, cosst29
Query coss46 Integer Recommended [Subject] writes down all of [Subject]s homework assignments and [Subject]s list is right 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp41
Query coss47 Integer Recommended [Subject] cannot find what [Subject] is supposed to do for homework 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss48 Integer Recommended [Subject]s school bag is messy 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp43, cosst28
Query coss49 Integer Recommended [Subject] loses track of time 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp45
Query coss50 Integer Recommended [Subject] keeps [Subject] school things organized at home 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp31
Query coss51 Integer Recommended [Subject] knows exactly what to do to complete all of [Subject]s school projects 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss52 Integer Recommended [Subject]s locker at [Subject]s school is messy 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss53 Integer Recommended [Subject] remembers where [Subject] puts things 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp47
Query coss54 Integer Recommended When [Subject] is told to do schoolwork, it takes [Subject] a long time to get ready 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp49, cosst32
Query coss55 Integer Recommended Other kids say that [Subject] is not organized and they do not like to work with [Subject] 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp50, cosst33
Query coss56 Integer Recommended When [Subject] has a few long-term assignments, [Subject] can keep track of all of them 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp51, cosst34
Query coss57 Integer Recommended Even if [Subject] has a schedule, [Subject] still needs help to do things at the right time 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp52, cosst35
Query coss58 Integer Recommended [Subject] uses an assignment notebook or pad to write down due dates 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp54
Query coss59 Integer Recommended [Subject] knows exactly where the things [Subject] needs are 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss60 Integer Recommended [Subject] stores [Subject]s things away neatly 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp39
Query coss61 Integer Recommended [Subject] can pick [Subject]s clothes and get dressed by hisself/ herself 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp55
Query coss62 Integer Recommended [Subject] gets his/ her equipment together for sports or hobbies by hisself/ herself 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp48
Query coss63 Integer Recommended [Subject] can make a snack or a meal for [Subject] 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cossp58
Query cosstotal_raw Float Required COSS Raw Score 999= Missing
Query cosstp_raw Integer Recommended COSS Task Planning Raw Score
Query cossoa_raw Integer Recommended COSS Organized Actions Raw Score
Query cossmm_raw Integer Recommended COSS Memory and Materials Management Raw Score
Query cosstotal_tsc Integer Recommended COSS T-Score
Query cosstp_tsc Integer Recommended COSS Task Planning T-Score
Query cossoa_tsc Integer Recommended COSS Organized Actions T-Score
Query cossmm_tsc Integer Recommended COSS Memory and Materials Management T-Score
version_form String 121 Required Form used/assessment name
Query cossp7 Integer Recommended When [Subject] has to do something, [Subject] puts it off as long as possible. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query cossp27 Integer Recommended [Subject] puts away toys or game pieces in a place where they can be found again. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query cossp42 Integer Recommended [Subject] can find what [Subject] is supposed to do for homework. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query cossp44 Integer Recommended [Subject] gets stressed out or overwhelmed trying to get [Subject]'s homework done on time. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time cosst31
Query cossp46 Integer Recommended [Subject] is not ready on time even for things [Subject] enjoys. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query cossp56 Integer Recommended [Subject] forgets to do chores and other responsibilities 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query cossp57 Integer Recommended [Subject] thinks [Subject] can get more done in a period of time than is realy possible. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query cosst30 Integer Recommended [Subject] can find the papers, books, and supplies and list of assignments that [Subject] needs for homework. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query cosst37 Integer Recommended [Subject] takes special steps to organize [Subject]'s actions or uses special tools to organize materials. 1::4 1= Hardly ever or never; 2= Sometimes; 3= Much of the time; 4= Just about all of the time
Query coss_life1 Integer Recommended Overall, how much do problems with managing materials interfere with [Subject]'s life? 1::4 1= Not at all; 2= Slightly; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much cosst36
Query coss_life2 Integer Recommended Overall, how much do problems with remembering schedules and due dates interfere with [Subject]'s life? 1::4 1= Not at all; 2= Slightly; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much
Query coss_life3 Integer Recommended Overall, how much does failure to take special steps to organize actions or failure to use special tools to organize materials interfere with [Subject]'s life? 1::4 1= Not at all; 2= Slightly; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much
Query coss_life4 Integer Recommended Overall, how much do problems in planning tasks and assignments interfere with [Subject]'s life? 1::4 1= Not at all; 2= Slightly; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much cosst38
Query coss_conf1 Integer Recommended How much conflict with managing materials? 1::4 1= None; 2= A small amount; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much
Query coss_conf2 Integer Recommended How much conflict with remembering schedules and due dates? 1::4 1= None; 2= A small amount; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much
Query coss_conf3 Integer Recommended How much conflict failure to take special steps to organize actions or failure to use special tools to organize materials? 1::4 1= None; 2= A small amount; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much
Query coss_conf4 Integer Recommended How much conflict with planning? 1::4 1= None; 2= A small amount; 3= Pretty much; 4= Very much
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