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An Arabic gamified quiz to improve parental recognition of early developmental red flags: a pre-post pilot study

  • By

  • Nisreen Al Awaji

  • Alanoud Alhasawi

  • Yara Zakri

  • Layan Al Dayel

  • Lama Alhamlan

  • Rawabi Almutairi

  • June 10, 2026

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    The pilot study evaluated a 25-item Arabic gamified quiz aimed at improving parental recognition of early developmental red flags in children.

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    Seventy-nine parents participated, completing pre- and post-tests to assess knowledge before and after engaging with the quiz.

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    Mean knowledge scores significantly increased from 78.6% to 92.5% after the quiz, indicating a large effect size (Cohen's d = 1.04).

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    Most participants (87.3%) showed improved scores in the post-test, suggesting the quiz's effectiveness in enhancing awareness.

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    The study highlights the need for culturally tailored educational tools to support early identification of developmental issues in Arabic-speaking populations.

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An Arabic gamified quiz to improve parental recognition of early developmental red flags: a pre-post pilot study

  • by Nisreen Al Awaji, Alanoud Alhasawi, Yara Zakri, Layan Al Dayel, Lama Alhamlan, Rawabi Almutairi

  • June 10, 2026

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