Adolescents perceptions and behaviors towards periodic health examinations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To evaluate and assess the awareness, knowledge, and level of application of recommended Periodic Health Examinations (PHEs) for adolescents in Riyadh.

Methods

Descriptive Cross-sectional study, conducted among adolescents between June 2022 and January 2023. The Sample size was 1199 adolescents of both genders, between the ages of 12-20 years, studying in intermediate and secondary schools in Riyadh. The sample of participants was collected through a stratified multistage random sampling technique. Ethical approval and Ministry of Education acceptance were considered. The data was collected using a structured, self-administered questionnaire containing close-ended questions. The level of knowledge was assessed by using three knowledge items; PHE definition, PHEs p

SUBMITTER: Alrukban M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11995538 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature