Parents' knowledge and attitudes toward pediatric concussions in Saudi Arabia

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The study assessed parental knowledge and attitudes regarding pediatric concussions in Saudi Arabia through a nationwide survey.
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A total of 524 parents participated, with a majority being female Saudi nationals aged 31 to 50 years.
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The average Concussion Knowledge Index score was 15.4 out of 25, indicating limited awareness among parents.
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Higher education and income levels positively correlated with better knowledge and attitudes towards concussions.
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The findings emphasize the need for culturally appropriate educational programs to improve parental awareness and management of pediatric concussions.

Frontiers In Pediatrics

by Sarah S. Bajuaifer, Ahmed M. Almansour, Bayan Aldawsari, Raghad Almousa, Reema Bin Aqeel, Refa Alghanim, Nouf Almalki, Abdulaziz A. Alkathiry
May 29, 2026

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