Alruwaili Nahi Sabih Q, Alanazi Abdulaziz Mohammed M, Alrawaili Naif M, Alzalbani Abdullah Khalid M, Alanazi Malek Saad M, Alotibi Fahad Abdullah J, Alanazi Rakan Zuwayyid A, Alruwaili Mooj Mohammed, Alanzi Abdulrahman Mohammed M
Psychiatry, Eradah Complex and Mental Health, Arar, SAU.
Medicine, Eradah Complex and Mental Health, Arar, SAU.
Cureus. 2023 Dec 4;15(12):e49894. doi: 10.7759/cureus.49894. eCollection 2023 Dec.
Child abuse and neglect (CAN) is a pressing global issue with profound implications for the well-being of children. The aim of this review is to examine the existing literature and synthesize evidence on the awareness, knowledge, and attitudes toward child abuse and neglect within the Saudi population. This review synthesizes the existing literature to illuminate the awareness, knowledge, and attitudes surrounding CAN within the Saudi population. Ten studies spanning the years 2019-2023 were meticulously analyzed, offering a comprehensive snapshot of CAN perceptions across various segments of society. The studies, encompassing diverse methodologies and populations, collectively underscore the commendable levels of awareness and knowledge demonstrated by healthcare professionals, including primary healthcare (PHC) physicians, nurses, and medical practitioners. Notably, several studies reveal that these professionals exhibit robust recognition of different forms of child abuse, a vital aspect in the identification and prevention of abuse cases. While positive attitudes toward CAN were prevalent among healthcare providers, barriers to reporting were highlighted. The fear of consequences and uncertainty emerged as key deterrents to reporting among medical and dental students and nurses, respectively. These findings emphasize the necessity for creating supportive environments that empower professionals to report suspected cases of abuse while addressing apprehensions. The parental perception of CAN also came into focus, revealing a disparity between the recognition of CAN as a common problem and the adequate knowledge of emotional abuse and neglect. These findings point toward a need for targeted public awareness campaigns that differentiate between disciplinary practices and abusive behaviors. In conclusion, this review offers a nuanced understanding of the Saudi population's awareness, knowledge, and attitudes toward child abuse and neglect. The synthesis of findings across diverse studies informs future interventions, advocating for enhanced awareness, reporting, and prevention strategies. By empowering individuals and professionals alike, a safer environment for Saudi children can be nurtured, fostering a future free from the shadows of abuse and neglect.
虐待和忽视儿童（CAN）是一个紧迫的全球性问题，对儿童的福祉有着深远影响。本综述的目的是研究现有文献，并综合有关沙特人群对虐待和忽视儿童的认识、知识及态度的证据。本综述综合现有文献，以阐明沙特人群对虐待和忽视儿童的认识、知识及态度。对2019年至2023年期间的十项研究进行了细致分析，全面呈现了社会各阶层对虐待和忽视儿童的认知情况。这些研究涵盖了不同的方法和人群，共同强调了包括初级医疗保健（PHC）医生、护士和执业医师在内的医疗保健专业人员所展现出的值得称赞的认识水平和知识水平。值得注意的是，多项研究表明，这些专业人员对不同形式的儿童虐待有很强的识别能力，这是识别和预防虐待案件的一个重要方面。虽然医疗保健提供者对虐待和忽视儿童普遍持积极态度，但也突出了报告方面的障碍。对后果的恐惧和不确定性分别成为医学和牙科学生以及护士报告的主要阻碍。这些发现强调了营造支持性环境的必要性，这种环境能使专业人员在消除顾虑的同时报告疑似虐待案件。父母对虐待和忽视儿童的认知也成为关注焦点，显示出虽然认识到这是一个普遍问题，但对情感虐待和忽视的充分认识存在差距。这些发现表明需要开展有针对性的公众宣传活动，以区分管教行为和虐待行为。总之，本综述对沙特人群对虐待和忽视儿童的认识、知识及态度提供了细致入微的理解。综合不同研究的结果为未来的干预措施提供了参考，倡导提高认识、加强报告和预防策略。通过增强个人和专业人员的能力，可以为沙特儿童培育一个更安全的环境，营造一个没有虐待和忽视阴影的未来。
