Epilepsy awareness among Rabigh Province residents in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional survey study

Al-Hayani, Majed M; Kobeisy, Sumayyah Ahmed Nezar; Allebdi, Khalid S; Hajari, Sarah H Al; Alluhibi, Walaa S; Alyahyawi, Naseem; Basheikh, Mazen; Alyoubi, Reem

doi:10.17712/nsj.2022.4.20220045

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“…Medication was the preferred treatment in our study, followed by surgery and traditional methods. This preference likely stems from increased awareness of medication-based treatments over the past decade, a trend also observed in Taif, Saudi Arabia [ 21 - 23 ]. While surgery is not the first line of treatment for epilepsy, it has been reported in many previous studies [ 16 , 19 ], and traditional methods such as herbal medicine and therapeutic Quran have also been mentioned in the literature [ 18 - 20 ].…”

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Parents' Knowledge, Awareness, and Attitude Toward Children With Epilepsy in the Al Baha Region, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Alharthi,

Alzahrani,

Alharbi

et al. 2023

Cureus

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BackgroundEpilepsy is a prevalent pediatric neurological disorder, with widespread implications globally. Parents' knowledge and attitudes toward their epileptic children play a pivotal role in the well-being and management of the condition. Despite its prevalence in Saudi Arabia, awareness and perceptions vary across communities. ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess parents' knowledge, awareness, and attitudes toward children with epilepsy in the Al Baha region of Saudi Arabia. MethodsA descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in the Al Baha region from November 2022 to January 2023. An anonymous, self-administered questionnaire was distributed among 390 parents, targeting those aged 18-60 years. ResultsWhile the majority recognized that epilepsy is not contagious, misconceptions persisted. Nearly 67.7% of families lacked clarity on the causes of epilepsy. Most believed in the potential curability of epilepsy, favoring medication as the primary treatment. A significant association was identified between having an epileptic child and knowledge of seizure-first aid. The majority held an optimistic view regarding the academic and extracurricular achievements of epileptic children. ConclusionThe study highlights a mix of informed and misinformed beliefs among parents in the Al Baha region. While many perspectives were encouraging, certain misconceptions underlined the need for continued awareness campaigns and educational initiatives. Addressing these gaps is essential for providing comprehensive care and inclusion of children with epilepsy in the community.

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