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Daneshvar S H, Ramezanzadeh M, Jafari E, Bagheriyeh Yazdi K, Mir Fallah Nasiri N. Association between psychological characteristics and behavior during local anesthesia injection in children undergoing first dental treatment. Journal title 2024; 13 (4) :28-34
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Seyedeh Hedyeh Daneshvar1 
, Mohadeseh Ramezanzadeh2 , Elham Jafari3 , Kiana Bagheriyeh Yazdi *4 , Niusha Mir Fallah Nasiri2
, Mohadeseh Ramezanzadeh2 , Elham Jafari3 , Kiana Bagheriyeh Yazdi *4 , Niusha Mir Fallah Nasiri2
1- Dental Sciences Research Center, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, IranUniversity of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
2- Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
3- Student Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
4- Student Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran ,kianabagheriyeh@gmail.com
2- Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
3- Student Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
4- Student Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran ,
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Introduction: Negative experiences during pediatric dental procedures can lead to avoidance of future care, impacting oral health. Understanding psychological factors influencing behavior is crucial for effective management and improved outcomes. The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire(SDQ) may predict behavior, but its application in this context is understudied.
Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study of 163 Iranian children (aged 4-12 years) undergoing their first dental visit assessed psychological characteristics using the SDQ and behavioral cooperation during local anesthesia injection using the Frankl Behavior Rating Scale in 2023. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square, ANOVA, and independent t-tests.
Results: A high prevalence (56.4%) of abnormal mental health scores was found using the SDQ. Older children demonstrated significantly better cooperation during anesthesia (p=0.007), while gender differences were not significant (p=0.192). A significant positive association (p=0.003) existed between higher SDQ scores and poorer cooperation.
Conclusion: This study highlights the significant impact of children's psychological profiles on their behavior during dental procedures. The SDQ shows promise as a pre-visit screening tool to identify children at risk of behavioral challenges, enabling proactive individualized management strategies to optimize the dental experience and improve long-term oral health. Limitations include convenience sampling and a cross-sectional design. Future research should explore causal relationships and the effectiveness of targeted interventions.
Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study of 163 Iranian children (aged 4-12 years) undergoing their first dental visit assessed psychological characteristics using the SDQ and behavioral cooperation during local anesthesia injection using the Frankl Behavior Rating Scale in 2023. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square, ANOVA, and independent t-tests.
Results: A high prevalence (56.4%) of abnormal mental health scores was found using the SDQ. Older children demonstrated significantly better cooperation during anesthesia (p=0.007), while gender differences were not significant (p=0.192). A significant positive association (p=0.003) existed between higher SDQ scores and poorer cooperation.
Conclusion: This study highlights the significant impact of children's psychological profiles on their behavior during dental procedures. The SDQ shows promise as a pre-visit screening tool to identify children at risk of behavioral challenges, enabling proactive individualized management strategies to optimize the dental experience and improve long-term oral health. Limitations include convenience sampling and a cross-sectional design. Future research should explore causal relationships and the effectiveness of targeted interventions.
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Received: 2025/02/22 | Accepted: 2024/05/1 | Published: 2024/05/1
Received: 2025/02/22 | Accepted: 2024/05/1 | Published: 2024/05/1
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