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Women’s Attitudes Toward Fertility and Childbearing: A National Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia Open

Deemah Alateeq, Ebtihag O. Alenzi, Reema Abdulrahman Alamri, Abdullah Aloraini, Dimah Saif Alassaf , et al. · 2025

Background: The decline in fertility rates is a growing concern globally, impacting family dynamics and the economy. This study assesses women’s attitudes toward fertility and childbearing in Saudi Arabia and explored their associations wi…

Effects of a Positive Psychology Intervention on Mental Health and Well-Being Among Mothers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Open

Munira Abdullah AlHugail, Deemah Alateeq · 2025

Background: Concerns over women’s mental health have intensified globally, especially among mothers managing dual careers and family responsibilities. Positive Psychology Interventions (PPIs), such as gratitude journaling and well-being wo…

Social Media Addiction: Prevalence, Determinants, and Correlation with Self-esteem and Loneliness among Young Adults in Saudi Arabia Open

Deemah Alateeq, Rasha Doumi, Alanood Alharthi, Noura Abdulaziz Alsayari, Rawan M. Alotaibi , et al. · 2025

Background: As more people engage with online platforms, understanding the factors behind social media addiction is crucial for researchers and policymakers, particularly for vulnerable groups like students. This study investigates the pre…

Prevalence of depression and anxiety among working women in Saudi Arabia: psychosocial and perinatal correlates Open

Deemah Alateeq, Shouq Mohammed AlNujaim, Abdullah Algharbi · 2025

Diagnosis and Management of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Practitioner’s Perspective Open

Mansour M. Alotaibi, Naif Z. Alrashdi, Sultan Ayyadah Alanazi, Marzouq K. Almutairi, Bakriah Y. Alzubaidi , et al. · 2025

Background/Objective: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder in Saudi Arabia, yet challenges remain in diagnosis and treatment accessibility. This study examined healthcare practitioners’ cl…

Cosmetic Procedures in Saudi Arabia: Correlation with Perfectionism and Self-esteem among the General Population Open

Deemah Alateeq, Nouf Alzahrani, Sarah Almagushi, Halah O Alamawi, Reema A. Aldawish , et al. · 2025

Background: The pursuit of physical attractiveness and self-enhancement has witnessed a growing trend globally, with cosmetic procedures gaining popularity. Purpose: The present study focuses on understanding the prevalence of seeking cosm…

Prevalence and correlates of mental disorders among women: results from the Saudi National Mental Health Survey Open

Yasmin Altwaijri, Nouf Al-Saud, Lisa Bilal, Deemah Alateeq, Maggie Aradati , et al. · 2024

“If Someone Walks In On Us Talking, Pretend to be My Friend, Not My Therapist": Challenges and Opportunities for Digital Mental Health Support in Saudi Arabia Open

Sarah Aldaweesh, Deemah Alateeq, Max Van Kleek, Nigel Shadbolt · 2024

Mental health disorders are prevalent worldwide, yet they remain stigmatized, especially in the Middle East. While mHealth has the potential to circumvent traditional barriers, research on its application remains scarce in Arab countries. …

Women’s Attitude Toward Fertility And Childbearing in Saudi Arabia Open

Abdullah Aloraini, Reema Abdulrahman Alamri, Dimah Saif Alassaf, Ebtihag O. Alenzi, Deemah Alateeq , et al. · 2024

Introduction The decline in fertility is one of the major problems worldwide that could affect family structure. Many studies have been conducted to assess attitudes toward fertility and childbearing around the world, but there’s a lack of…

Treatment Adherence and Related Factors Among Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Saudi Arabia Open

Maha Alsubaie, Zainah Alshehri, Ibtihaj Alawadh, Razan Yasser Abulreesh, Hussain Altaweel , et al. · 2024

ADHD medication adherence was high and associated with older age, educational status, and type of medication used. Physicians should consider these factors to improve adherence in their patients.

Validity and reliability of the Arabic version of the population postpartum depression literacy scale (PoDLiS): a web-based survey in Saudi Arabia Open

Deemah Alateeq, Ebtesam Almajed, Alya AlZabin, Aisha AlOtaibi, Rawan Bin Salamah , et al. · 2024

Background Proper knowledge about postpartum depression (PPD) will help recognize symptoms and encourage women to seek the needed professional help. Until now, there has been a scarcity of research on the literacy level of PPD among the Sa…

COVID-19-related Obsessions and Compulsions after the Full Control of the Pandemic: A Sample of the Nonpsychiatric Saudi Young Adults Open

Sultan Mohammed Aljwiser, Maram Habas Alqarni, Maha M. Alanazi, Maram Abduallah Algarni, Nujoud Mohammad Alrashed , et al. · 2024

Background: Symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), contamination type has increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, whether these symptoms would decrease after introducing the vaccines is unknown. Thus, this study examined…

The Arab COVID‐19 Anxiety Syndrome Scale (C‐19ASS): COVID‐19 anxiety syndrome and psychological symptoms in the Saudi Arabian population Open

Amal Alhakami, Victoria Salem, Deemah Alateeq, Ana V. Nikčević, Tatiana Marci , et al. · 2023

Introduction The COVID‐19 Anxiety Syndrome Scale (C‐19ASS) is a reliable scale assessing dysfunctional coping strategies activated in response to COVID‐19 fear and threat. The present study aimed to provide a validation of the Arabic versi…

Dysmenorrhea and depressive symptoms among female university students: a descriptive study from Saudi Arabia Open

Deemah Alateeq, Lolwah A Binsuwaidan, Leenah S. Alazwari, Maram Abduallah Algarni, Maryam Al Hussain , et al. · 2022

Loneliness and Depression Among Female University Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2020 Open

Deemah Alateeq, Alhanouf Aljabri, Ghada Aldogiam, Haya Alajmi, Hussah Alsoqaih , et al. · 2022

Objectives: Quarantine-related loneliness has impacted university students during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. This study aims to evaluate loneliness among female university students in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia during the …

The Use of Dietary Supplements for Mental Health Among the Saudi Population Open

Deemah Alateeq, G. Korayem, Mohammed N Alsubaie, Faridah Alsafi, Saad A Alsulaiman · 2022

Introduction Despite the limited evidence about the efficacy and safety of dietary supplement use for mental health, people tend to use them quite often. Generally the use of supplements among Saudi population shown to be prevalent, althou…

Comparison between Final-Year Medical Students' Career Choices before and after the Conduction of a Mentorship Activity Open

Deemah Alateeq, Nouf Alzahrani, Reem Awad Alharbi, Nada Nihad Hassounah, Samah F. Ibrahim · 2022

Background: The elective specialty's selection significantly impacts the graduates' acceptance rate in a preferable postgraduate specialty training program. This selection has a multifactorial nature of the decision-making process that wor…

The use of dietary supplements for mental health among the Saudi population: A cross-sectional survey Open

Deemah Alateeq, Maha Ali Alsubaie, Faridah A. Alsafi, Sultanah Hisham Alsulaiman, Ghazwa B. Korayem · 2022

Responders diagnosed by a specialist with psychiatric disorders or current insomnia had a higher chance of using DSs. Thus, healthcare providers must provide evidence-based information regarding DSs for mental health improvement and encour…

The impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the development of obsessive-compulsive symptoms in Saudi Arabia Open

Deemah Alateeq, Haneen N. Almughera, Tharaa N. Almughera, Raghad F. Alfedeah, Taeef Saeed Nasser , et al. · 2021

This study revealed a significantly higher prevalence of high perceived stress in respondents with new-onset OCD contamination symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic. This implies that a biodisaster is associated with high psychological mor…

Caffeine consumption, intoxication, and stress among female university students: a cross-sectional study Open

Deemah Alateeq, Razan Alotaibi, Raneem M Al Saqer, Njoud Alharbi, Maram Alotaibi , et al. · 2021

Quarantine-related depression and anxiety during coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak Open

Deemah Alateeq, Sumayah Aljhani, Modi Alsubaie, Ibrahim Althiyabi, Safaa Majzoub · 2021

Introduction Psychological well-being has an important impact on individuals. In the face of the health threat of COVID-19, psychological changes as fear stress anxiety and depression is reported. Objectives Explore the prevalence of depre…

Stress, Sleep, and Use of Sleep Aids among Physicians during the COVID-19 Pandemic Open

Deemah Alateeq, Aljoharah Almokitib, Maya Mohideen, Nouf S. Alblowi, Amel Fayed , et al. · 2021

Purpose: The aim of this study is to explore the use of sleeping aids among physicians in Saudi Arabia and its correlation with stress and insomnia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and Methods: A sample of 1313 physicians was collec…

Mental health and online learning among medical students during COVID-19 pandemic Open

Sumayah Aljhani, Deemah Alateeq, Afnan Alwabili, Ali Abdullah Alamro · 2021

Introduction Medical students’ well-being is a concern that drawn interest.On March, 2020, WHO declared COVID-19 as a pandemic.Strict isolation measures and closing schools expected to influence the mental health of students.Online educati…

The impact of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic on developing obsessive-compulsive disorder in saudi arabia Open

Deemah Alateeq, Haneen N. Almughera, Tharaa N. Almughera, Raghad F. Alfedeah, T. Naser , et al. · 2021

Introduction Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a contagious disease. Its potential psychological impact could involve fear of being contaminated by germs and dirt, which may lead to washing hands repeatedly until harm the skin. Objectives …

Mental health among healthcare providers during coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Saudi Arabia Open

Deemah Alateeq, Sumayah Aljhani, Ibrahim Althiyabi, Safaa Majzoub · 2020

This study revealed that depression and anxiety are prevailing conditions among healthcare providers. Although efforts were accelerated to support their psychological well-being, more attention should be paid to the mental health of female…

Perceived stress among students in virtual classrooms during the COVID-19 outbreak in KSA Open

Deemah Alateeq, Sumayah Aljhani, Danah H Aleesa · 2020

Public Awareness, Beliefs, And Attitudes Toward Bipolar Disorder In Saudi Arabia Open

Fahad D. Alosaimi, Deemah Alateeq, Sarah I Bin Hussain, Riham S Alhenaki, Abdullah Abdulrahman Bin Salamah , et al. · 2019

This study revealed suboptimal public awareness towards BP in SA. It identified several misconceptions and negative attitudes toward patients with BP. Further studies are needed to investigate potential public interventions to improve lite…

The experience and impact of stigma in Saudi people with a mood disorder Open

Deemah Alateeq, Abdullah AlDaoud, Ahmad N. AlHadi, Hanoof H Alkhalaf, Roumen Milev · 2018

An arabic translation, reliability, and validation of Patient Health Questionnaire in a Saudi sample Open

Ahmad N. AlHadi, Deemah Alateeq, Eman Al-Sharif, Hamdah M. Bawazeer, Hasan Alanazi , et al. · 2017

Mental health literacy in bipolar disorder: A cross-sectional survey in Saudi Arabia Open

Fahad D. Alosaimi, Deemah Alateeq, Reema A. Alhenaki, S. Bin Hussain, Abdulaziz Salamah , et al. · 2017

Introduction Stigmatization of individuals with mental illnesses is widespread and serves as a major barrier to treatment. Specific alterations in mental health literacy about a disorder and its perceived treatability can change this socia…

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