To assess parental knowledge and attitudes regarding concussions in Saudi Arabia and examine the influence of sociodemographic factors, including income, education level, gender, number of children, and history of falls.
Key Findings:
524 participants were included in the final analysis, predominantly female (79.2%) and Saudi nationals (95.2%).
The average score on the Concussion Knowledge Index was 15.4 ± 3.0 out of 25.
The average attitude score was 42.0 ± 6.2 out of 49.
63.0% of participants reported not having prior awareness of concussion-related information.
CKI scores positively correlated with education level (ρ = 0.229, p < 0.001) and income (ρ = 0.166, p < 0.001).
Parents with previous awareness of concussions had more positive attitudes (p = 0.008).
Interpretation:
The study highlights the need for culturally appropriate educational programs for parents and public health initiatives focused on pediatric concussions, addressing the significant gap in knowledge and awareness.
Limitations:
The study may not adequately represent the broader community due to its reliance on an online survey.
Limited data on the specific sources of information parents use regarding concussions.
Potential biases in online survey responses may affect the results.
Conclusion:
The results indicate a significant gap in parental knowledge and awareness of pediatric concussions in Saudi Arabia.
