Challenges and Barriers to Medical Research Among Medical Students in Saudi Arabia.

Background:  The pivotal role of research in medicine is undeniable, as it is vital for the progress of healthcare methods and patients' well-being. This notwithstanding, medical and dental students in Saudi Arabia face many barriers that prevent them from participating in research activities. This research aims to reveal the impediments that are particularly relevant, with select challenges and barriers being mentioned, such as time issues, the inadequate supply of resources, and insufficient training and guidance.

Relationship Between Personality Traits and Workplace Bullying Victims in Saudi Arabia.

Background Workplace bullying is persistent aggressive behavior, including verbal or physical abuse, exhibited in a working environment. The impact of workplace bullying in any industry leads to negative outcomes in multiple dimensions, such as issues with mental health, problems with physical health, and a reduction in productivity in the workplace. This study aims to measure the relationship between personality traits and workplace bullying victims.

Knowledge and Attitude of Patients Attending Primary Health Care (PHC) or Family Medicine Clinics About Periodic Health Assessment.

Background This study assesses the awareness and perceptions of periodic health assessments (PHA) among patients at primary health care (PHC) and family medicine clinics. Despite PHC's importance in preventive health, previous research indicates a significant gap in the public's knowledge and routine practice of PHA, potentially affected by various demographic factors. Materials & methods A cross-sectional approach was employed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with data gathered via self-administered questionnaires from 382 participants.

Prevalence and Correlates of Depression Among Pregnant Women at King Abdulaziz Medical City: A Tertiary Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Women have a higher likelihood of experiencing depression during pregnancy due to the significant physiological and mental changes that occur during this critical period. The frequency of antenatal depression varies globally according to socioeconomic, healthcare, and cultural influences. The objective of this study is to investigate the prevalence of depression among pregnant women in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Prevalence of Highly Sensitive Personality and Its Relationship With Depression, and Anxiety in the Saudi General Population.

Background Highly sensitive personality (HSP) occurs in those who experience stronger processing of emotions and responses to both internal and external stimuli; this, in turn, could cause persons with highly sensitive personalities to suffer from affective disorders such as depression and anxiety at higher rates. This study aimed to measure the prevalence of highly sensitive personality and its relationship with depression and anxiety among the Saudi general population. Subject and methods This cross-sectional study was conducted among the general population in Saudi Arabia.

Polysplenia Syndrome Complicated by Splenic Infarction: A Report of a Rare Case.

Polysplenia syndrome is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by multiple spleens and associated organ anomalies, which can present with serious complications such as splenic infarction. Diagnosis and management of the disorder can be challenging due to the presence of associated anomalies and the condition is often diagnosed incidentally. We report a case of a six-year-old girl with no significant medical history who presented to the emergency department with fever, abdominal pain, and vomiting.