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Saudi ADHD Research

Below is a curated list of published studies related to different aspects of Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Saudi Arabia, including prevalence, awareness, diagnosis, language and communication, and review articles.

Additional studies from Saudi Arabia, including topics not featured on this page, are available in the research library. We also maintain a list of ADHD-related theses that have been made available online. If you would like your research featured here, or know of any publications in or about ADHD in KSA that you believe should be included here, please get in touch by email at research @ adhd.org.sa.

Note: Unless specifically stated, these studies were neither conducted by nor supported by the Saudi ADHD Society, and are provided as a resource for researchers only.

Review Articles

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study
Open Access | CC BY |
Authors:
  1. Samiah Alotaibi
  2. Anwar S Al-Shawi
  3. Norah Alsoqih
  4. Rand Almushaiti
  5. Hend Ali
  6. Samah Alkuraydis
Bahrain Medical Bulletin

Abstract

Background: ADHD is a chronic genetic neurodevelopmental disorder. Which is represented by either inattention or hyperactivity symptoms or both. Subsequently, the peak of symptoms appears during childhood and decreases with growing older. Plenty of researches showed various factors could contribute to increasing symptoms' severity. ADHD is considered as one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. Yet, Saudi society's awareness of it appears to be relatively lacking. Apart from that, researches showed that teachers and parents misconception about the disorder affects children's improvement as a result of decreased support and not providing a healthy environment for children's case.

Objectives: The general objective is to measure awareness levels of ADHD among college students who majored in special education. Besides, other specific objectives such as assessing their knowledge about dealing with an ADHD child, assessing their thoughts about having an ADHD course and its importance in their career, and evaluating ADHD involvement within special education curriculums.

Methods: Data were collected through a demographic questionnaire along with the Knowledge of Attention Deficit Disorders Scale (KADDS). Then, processed by the SPSS Statistics program.

Results: The 88 participants recorded low levels of awareness (39.74%). Especially in the aspects of general features and treatment of the disorder. With a significant difference in the knowledge level regarding those who took university courses about ADHD 86.4% and those who did not. 87.5% of special education students in our sample showed interest in adding a separate course about ADHD. Finally, 89.8% of special education students found their knowledge about ADHD critical in their future careers.

Keywords

ADHD, Teachers, Special Education, awareness

Citation

[research_citation style="APA" pubtype="journal" authors="Samiah Alotaibi,Anwar S Al-Shawi,Norah Alsoqih,Rand Almushaiti,Hend Ali,Samah Alkuraydis," year="2023" title="Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study" volume="45" issue="1" journal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" shortjournal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" startpage="1341" endpage="1347" articlenum="" doi=""]

Prevalence

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study
Open Access | CC BY |
Authors:
  1. Samiah Alotaibi
  2. Anwar S Al-Shawi
  3. Norah Alsoqih
  4. Rand Almushaiti
  5. Hend Ali
  6. Samah Alkuraydis
Bahrain Medical Bulletin

Abstract

Background: ADHD is a chronic genetic neurodevelopmental disorder. Which is represented by either inattention or hyperactivity symptoms or both. Subsequently, the peak of symptoms appears during childhood and decreases with growing older. Plenty of researches showed various factors could contribute to increasing symptoms' severity. ADHD is considered as one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. Yet, Saudi society's awareness of it appears to be relatively lacking. Apart from that, researches showed that teachers and parents misconception about the disorder affects children's improvement as a result of decreased support and not providing a healthy environment for children's case.

Objectives: The general objective is to measure awareness levels of ADHD among college students who majored in special education. Besides, other specific objectives such as assessing their knowledge about dealing with an ADHD child, assessing their thoughts about having an ADHD course and its importance in their career, and evaluating ADHD involvement within special education curriculums.

Methods: Data were collected through a demographic questionnaire along with the Knowledge of Attention Deficit Disorders Scale (KADDS). Then, processed by the SPSS Statistics program.

Results: The 88 participants recorded low levels of awareness (39.74%). Especially in the aspects of general features and treatment of the disorder. With a significant difference in the knowledge level regarding those who took university courses about ADHD 86.4% and those who did not. 87.5% of special education students in our sample showed interest in adding a separate course about ADHD. Finally, 89.8% of special education students found their knowledge about ADHD critical in their future careers.

Keywords

ADHD, Teachers, Special Education, awareness

Citation

[research_citation style="APA" pubtype="journal" authors="Samiah Alotaibi,Anwar S Al-Shawi,Norah Alsoqih,Rand Almushaiti,Hend Ali,Samah Alkuraydis," year="2023" title="Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study" volume="45" issue="1" journal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" shortjournal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" startpage="1341" endpage="1347" articlenum="" doi=""]

Awareness and Attitudes

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study
Open Access | CC BY |
Authors:
  1. Samiah Alotaibi
  2. Anwar S Al-Shawi
  3. Norah Alsoqih
  4. Rand Almushaiti
  5. Hend Ali
  6. Samah Alkuraydis
Bahrain Medical Bulletin

Abstract

Background: ADHD is a chronic genetic neurodevelopmental disorder. Which is represented by either inattention or hyperactivity symptoms or both. Subsequently, the peak of symptoms appears during childhood and decreases with growing older. Plenty of researches showed various factors could contribute to increasing symptoms' severity. ADHD is considered as one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. Yet, Saudi society's awareness of it appears to be relatively lacking. Apart from that, researches showed that teachers and parents misconception about the disorder affects children's improvement as a result of decreased support and not providing a healthy environment for children's case.

Objectives: The general objective is to measure awareness levels of ADHD among college students who majored in special education. Besides, other specific objectives such as assessing their knowledge about dealing with an ADHD child, assessing their thoughts about having an ADHD course and its importance in their career, and evaluating ADHD involvement within special education curriculums.

Methods: Data were collected through a demographic questionnaire along with the Knowledge of Attention Deficit Disorders Scale (KADDS). Then, processed by the SPSS Statistics program.

Results: The 88 participants recorded low levels of awareness (39.74%). Especially in the aspects of general features and treatment of the disorder. With a significant difference in the knowledge level regarding those who took university courses about ADHD 86.4% and those who did not. 87.5% of special education students in our sample showed interest in adding a separate course about ADHD. Finally, 89.8% of special education students found their knowledge about ADHD critical in their future careers.

Keywords

ADHD, Teachers, Special Education, awareness

Citation

[research_citation style="APA" pubtype="journal" authors="Samiah Alotaibi,Anwar S Al-Shawi,Norah Alsoqih,Rand Almushaiti,Hend Ali,Samah Alkuraydis," year="2023" title="Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study" volume="45" issue="1" journal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" shortjournal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" startpage="1341" endpage="1347" articlenum="" doi=""]

Diagnosis

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study
Open Access | CC BY |
Authors:
  1. Samiah Alotaibi
  2. Anwar S Al-Shawi
  3. Norah Alsoqih
  4. Rand Almushaiti
  5. Hend Ali
  6. Samah Alkuraydis
Bahrain Medical Bulletin

Abstract

Background: ADHD is a chronic genetic neurodevelopmental disorder. Which is represented by either inattention or hyperactivity symptoms or both. Subsequently, the peak of symptoms appears during childhood and decreases with growing older. Plenty of researches showed various factors could contribute to increasing symptoms' severity. ADHD is considered as one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. Yet, Saudi society's awareness of it appears to be relatively lacking. Apart from that, researches showed that teachers and parents misconception about the disorder affects children's improvement as a result of decreased support and not providing a healthy environment for children's case.

Objectives: The general objective is to measure awareness levels of ADHD among college students who majored in special education. Besides, other specific objectives such as assessing their knowledge about dealing with an ADHD child, assessing their thoughts about having an ADHD course and its importance in their career, and evaluating ADHD involvement within special education curriculums.

Methods: Data were collected through a demographic questionnaire along with the Knowledge of Attention Deficit Disorders Scale (KADDS). Then, processed by the SPSS Statistics program.

Results: The 88 participants recorded low levels of awareness (39.74%). Especially in the aspects of general features and treatment of the disorder. With a significant difference in the knowledge level regarding those who took university courses about ADHD 86.4% and those who did not. 87.5% of special education students in our sample showed interest in adding a separate course about ADHD. Finally, 89.8% of special education students found their knowledge about ADHD critical in their future careers.

Keywords

ADHD, Teachers, Special Education, awareness

Citation

[research_citation style="APA" pubtype="journal" authors="Samiah Alotaibi,Anwar S Al-Shawi,Norah Alsoqih,Rand Almushaiti,Hend Ali,Samah Alkuraydis," year="2023" title="Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study" volume="45" issue="1" journal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" shortjournal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" startpage="1341" endpage="1347" articlenum="" doi=""]

Language & Communication

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study

Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study
Open Access | CC BY |
Authors:
  1. Samiah Alotaibi
  2. Anwar S Al-Shawi
  3. Norah Alsoqih
  4. Rand Almushaiti
  5. Hend Ali
  6. Samah Alkuraydis
Bahrain Medical Bulletin

Abstract

Background: ADHD is a chronic genetic neurodevelopmental disorder. Which is represented by either inattention or hyperactivity symptoms or both. Subsequently, the peak of symptoms appears during childhood and decreases with growing older. Plenty of researches showed various factors could contribute to increasing symptoms' severity. ADHD is considered as one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. Yet, Saudi society's awareness of it appears to be relatively lacking. Apart from that, researches showed that teachers and parents misconception about the disorder affects children's improvement as a result of decreased support and not providing a healthy environment for children's case.

Objectives: The general objective is to measure awareness levels of ADHD among college students who majored in special education. Besides, other specific objectives such as assessing their knowledge about dealing with an ADHD child, assessing their thoughts about having an ADHD course and its importance in their career, and evaluating ADHD involvement within special education curriculums.

Methods: Data were collected through a demographic questionnaire along with the Knowledge of Attention Deficit Disorders Scale (KADDS). Then, processed by the SPSS Statistics program.

Results: The 88 participants recorded low levels of awareness (39.74%). Especially in the aspects of general features and treatment of the disorder. With a significant difference in the knowledge level regarding those who took university courses about ADHD 86.4% and those who did not. 87.5% of special education students in our sample showed interest in adding a separate course about ADHD. Finally, 89.8% of special education students found their knowledge about ADHD critical in their future careers.

Keywords

ADHD, Teachers, Special Education, awareness

Citation

[research_citation style="APA" pubtype="journal" authors="Samiah Alotaibi,Anwar S Al-Shawi,Norah Alsoqih,Rand Almushaiti,Hend Ali,Samah Alkuraydis," year="2023" title="Awareness of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Among Special Education Students in Riyadh and Qassim Regions of Saudi Arabia – Cross Sectional Study" volume="45" issue="1" journal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" shortjournal="Bahrain Medical Bulletin" startpage="1341" endpage="1347" articlenum="" doi=""]