Effectiveness of Education in Reducing Antisocial Behaviors Among Youth in Saudi Arabia: A Survey Study

Introduction. The novelty of the research lies in examining the efficacy of the Saudi government's educational reforms aimed at addressing issues such as extremism and promoting tolerance. For the first time studied, our research assesses the prevalence of antisocial behavior among university students in Saudi Arabia following two decades of these reform efforts. A new perspective on the problem is presented through the utilization of the psychopathy assessment tool SRP-4, comparing results with students from other nations. Methods. In our investigation, we surveyed 1076 participants from the target population, utilizing the Self-Report Psychopathy- Version 4 (SRP 4). Our research is exploratory, focusing on understanding the effectiveness of reforms rather than confirming a specific hypothesis. Results. The results underscore the importance of comprehending raw and T scores on the SRP 4 scale for statistical analysis. By comparing scores between US college students and Saudi Arabian undergraduates, we reveal average levels of psychopathic traits among the latter, despite some disparities highlighted by Cohen's d values. Discussion. Our study emphasizes the significance of understanding raw and T scores in the SRP 4 scale before analyzing data. Through the comparison of American and Saudi Arabian university students, we've uncovered insights into psychopathic traits across diverse populations. Utilizing Cohen's d values, significant variations have been highlighted. These findings offer valuable perspectives on the psychosocial traits of college students.