Abstract: Background:Shaken baby syndrome (SBS) is a very problematic form of physical violence endured
by children. A violent shaking of a child occurs first, with excessive impact resulting in brain trauma and
possibly eventual neurological squeals.Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of educational materials on
mother's awareness, knowledge and behavior regarding the dangers of shaking baby syndrome. Design: Aquazi
experimental design pre/ post- test one group was utilized. Sample: A purposive sample of 50 mothers and their
infants. Tool of data collection:A structured interview questionnaire sheet included questions about shaking
baby syndrome. Results: Increased total mean of mother's knowledge and behavior after educational materials
and there was a positive correlation with highly statistical significant relation between mother's knowledge and
behavior regarding SBS in post intervention......
Keywords: Shaken baby syndrome, knowledge, behavior, awareness
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