Concurrent correlations between predictor variables and behavioral ratings at T1 are presented are presented in Table 5. For the sample as a whole, over reactivity, single parenthood, and parent depression were significantly correlation with parent-reported behavior problems at T1, where as the correlation between laxness and parent-reported problems approached significance. Higher levels of laxness, over reactivity, and depression were associated with higher levels of parent-reported behavior problems, whereas single parenthood was associated with fewer parent-reported behavior problems. Correlations differed by ethnicity. For example, higher levels of laxness were significantly associated with higher levels of parent-reported behavior problems, and higher levels of observed problem behavior in African American families only.