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ArticleCureus2023

A Cross-Sectional Study on Public Awareness About Child Sexual Abuse in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

Ibrahim Alharbi, Esraa I Qashgry, Reem A Almalki, Raghad A Qari, Esraa E Yassen, Sarah M Alhadhrami

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Article in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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Ibrahim AlharbiPediatrics, Hematology Oncology, King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah, SAU.
Esraa I QashgryDepartment of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Reem A AlmalkiDepartment of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Raghad A QariDepartment of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Esraa E YassenDepartment of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Sarah M AlhadhramiDepartment of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al Qura University, Makkah, SAU.

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Abstract

backgroundChild sexual abuse is a very serious and dangerous problem. It has long-term consequences and may impact children and follow them into adulthood. Without exception, regardless of their cultures and religious beliefs, all communities are vulnerable to child sexual abuse (CSA).

objectiveOur aim in this study is to assess the level of public (caregivers) awareness of CSA in Makkah and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. METHODOLOGY: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Makkah and Jeddah. The target populations were Saudi parents, caregivers, and teachers who are in daily contact with children. The participants were selected randomly (n=417), and were requested to complete a questionnaire that was later analyzed using the IBM Corp. Released 2015. IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 23.0. Armonk, NY: IBM Corp.

results369 from 417 responders were females (88.5%), while 48 were males (11.5%). About 90.2% of the responders acknowledged the existence of the child sexual abuse problem. About 95.7% of the caregivers were aware of physical, social, and psychological consequences of child sexual abuse. In contrast, only 33.8% of the responders were aware of existence of social agencies and organizations that provide supportive services to the victims of child sexual abuse.

conclusionIn conclusion, the study found a high rate of awareness in the caregivers who recognize the problem of child sexual abuse (CSA) and are aware of its magnitude and impact on children's well-being. However, these results demonstrate the need for more education of the public about the mandatory laws regarding child sexual abuse.

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