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Problem behaviors in 3-year-old children in the United Arab Emirates

Valsamma Eapen1, Feisal Yunis, Taoufik Zoubeidi

  • 1Faculty of Medicine, United Arab Emirates University, PO Box 17666, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. veapen@uaeu.ac.ae

Journal of Pediatric Health Care : Official Publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & Practitioners
|June 30, 2004
PubMed

Insights

Behavioral disorders affect nearly 10% of 3-year-olds in the UAE. Risk factors identified in this study are similar to those in developed nations, with unique sociocultural influences noted.

Area of Science:

  • Child psychology
  • Developmental pediatrics
  • Mental health research

Background:

  • Limited research exists on behavioral disorders in developing nations.
  • Understanding prevalence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of behavioral disorders in 3-year-old children in the UAE.
  • To identify risk factors associated with these disorders within the UAE population.

Main Methods:

  • Screening of 694 randomly selected 3-year-old UAE nationals using the Child Behaviour Checklist for Ages 2-3.
  • Clinical interviews were conducted for high-scoring children and a random sample of normal-scoring children.

Main Results:

  • 10.5% of children scored in the clinical range on the checklist.
  • Weighted prevalence for clinically significant behavioral disorders was estimated at 9.94%.
  • Identified risk factors included perinatal issues, adverse family environments, and family history of mental health problems.

Conclusions:

  • Prevalence and risk factors for disordered behavior in the UAE are comparable to developed countries.
  • Unique sociocultural determinants impacting early detection and care were identified.
  • Findings highlight the need for culturally sensitive approaches to child behavioral health in the UAE.
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