A cross-sectional study carried out in Saudi Arabia has examined how much parents trust artificial intelligence compared with pediatricians when making decisions about their children’s health.
The research looked at parental diagnostic preferences and healthcare-seeking behaviors, according to the study published in Cureus.
Key facts
- The study is a cross-sectional study of parental trust in artificial intelligence and pediatricians
- It examined diagnostic preferences and healthcare-seeking behaviors among parents
- The research was conducted in Saudi Arabia
- Findings were published by Cureus
What the study examined
The study set out to compare how parents in Saudi Arabia view artificial intelligence against pediatricians as sources for diagnosing their children’s health issues. It also looked at the behaviors parents follow when deciding to seek medical care.
Where the research fits
The findings add to coverage in the technology section on how artificial intelligence tools are being studied in healthcare settings across the Gulf region.
