Schools In Tehran Research Articles

High School Students’ Perceptions of Nursing as a Future Career Choice: A Qualitative Study

Background: Understanding the perceptions of high school students, before entering the field of nursing, can be a basis for future planning in this regard. Accordingly, this study aimed to explain the perceptions of these students about nursing as a future career choice in Iran. Methods: This qualitative content analysis study was conducted in four public high schools in Tehran, Iran. Participants included 28 students recruited using purposive sampling who were administered semi-structured, face-to-face interviews in 2019. The duration of the interviews ranged from 30 to 45 minutes and the interviews were transcribed verbatim. The method proposed by Elo and Kyngäs was used to analyze the data. Initially, semantic similarities and differences were reviewed and the subcategories were identified. After repeated reviews, the related subcategories were placed in one category. Results: Data analysis showed students’ perceptions of nursing as a future career could be classified into three categories and seven subcategories. The main categories included a positive view of the nursing profession (with two subcategories: interest in the profession and being a supporter), barriers to choosing nursing as a future career (with three subcategories: the lack of professional independence, poor financial support, and negative evaluation of nursing), and cultural issues (with two subcategories: stigmatized public image and nursing as a gender-dominated profession). Conclusion: The results of this study showed high school students have positive and negative views towards nursing and the influence of cultural issues on the nursing profession. If those interested in nursing can enter this field, they will act as professionals who provide optimal patient care.

Exploring children’s travel well-being through drawings

ABSTRACT Research on the impact of travel on child well-being has been scarce. This study explores children’s travel preferences by analysing their drawings, revealing factors that enhance their well-being and engagement. We analysed 214 drawings from girls aged 8 to 11 from three schools in Tehran, Iran. The drawings illustrated playful activities, nature-based experiences, and cultural explorations with family and peers. Using visual content analysis, the findings suggest that children value interactive, educational travel experiences, enhancing their happiness and developmental growth. The research highlights the importance of considering children’s perspectives in tourism planning and emphasizes family, social interactions, and environmental engagement in contributing to children’s well-being. It also addresses the methodological limitations and cultural influences on their travel preferences.

Factors affecting the formation of negative attitudes in undergraduate nursing students towards their profession: A content analysis.

The attitude of nursing students towards their profession is one of the important factors that have many effects on students and their professional future. A positive attitude leads to academic progress, and in the future, nurses with professional commitment will enter the labour market, and on the contrary, a negative attitude can lead to withdrawal from education and job burnout. The aim of the present study was to investigate factors affecting the formation of negative attitudes in undergraduate nursing students towards their profession. This study was conducted with a qualitative research method and with a content analysis approach in 1400 in nursing and midwifery schools in Tehran. In order to collect data, 21 people were selected by purposeful sampling and semi-structured interviews were conducted with them. The interviews were recorded and transcribed on paper and analysed. Information in 4 main categories and 11 sub-categories, including defects in the structure of the organisation (including the sub-categories of discrimination, job problems, financial problems, defective organisational management, unfavourable professional communication), inefficient educational system (including the sub-category of defects in clinical education and educational supervision), individual factors (including the sub-classes of lack of interest and low self-esteem), and community beliefs (including the sub-classes of low social value and ignorant society), was included. Various reasons are involved in the formation of a negative attitude towards the nursing profession, and in most cases, these factors are related to the problems of the profession and the educational problems of the profession, which can be solved by adjusting some factors and paying more attention to the profession from upstream organisations. It has raised the nursing profession and improved the conditions of nurses, and in the future, the attitude towards the nursing profession will be improved and can lead to the improvement of the health of the society.

Zahra TAATI ASIL The first Iranian Woman Neurosurgeon

It is crucial to promote the role of women in surgery, particularly in the field of neurosurgery, which is still predominantly male-dominated. Without recognition and support, these talented and pioneering women may continue to be overlooked, despite their significant contributions to the field. One such remarkable woman is Professor Zahra Taati Asil, the first female Iranian neurosurgeon. Born in 1954 in Iran, she graduated from medical school in Tehran in 1978 with a degree in General Medicine. After completing her studies at the Medical School of the Melli University in 1983, she became the first female Iranian neurosurgeon and was promoted to assistant professor. She held this position for 14 years and during this time, she operated on numerous war-wounded patients during the Iran-Iraq war. Her exceptional surgical skills earned her the nickname “The Golden Hands Surgeon” at Nirou-y-Entezami Hospital, where she had an impressively low rate of postoperative complications. Despite her professional competence, she was never promoted to associate professor, due to reasons beyond her surgical and academic skills. The dean of the university opposed Zahra’s appointment as an associate professor and told her that if she were to be appointed as a professor, the Ministry of Health would separate men and women. He also warned her that the Islamists would only send women to her. She has retired but remains actively involved in both clinical and academic work.

Differential Impacts of Maternal and Paternal Attachments on Adolescent Delinquency: Implications for Counselling

Delinquency among adolescents is a growing concern in Iranian society. Research on the role of maternal and paternal attachments, particularly in the Iranian context, has received limited attention. This correlational study aims to concurrently investigate the predictive capacity of both maternal and paternal attachment on delinquent behaviours among Iranian adolescents. The sample included 528 students aged 15 and 17 from 10 government high schools in Tehran who were selected using multi-stage cluster sampling. Participants completed self-administered questionnaires using two established instruments. The findings highlighted a significant association between high parental attachment scores and low adolescent delinquent activity. Secure attachments to mothers and fathers were found to reduce engagement in delinquency. Adolescent age, fathers’ educational level, and maternal attachment emerged as significant predictors of delinquency. Adolescents with insecure maternal attachments and older adolescents with educated fathers showed greater susceptibility to delinquent behaviour. The study also emphasises the vast contribution of mothers to adolescent development, suggesting the need for further exploration of paternal influence on internal dynamics and delinquency in future research. In a broader sense, understanding the differential impacts of these attachments on adolescent delinquency may help counsellors to effectively address these issues and provide appropriate interventions.

A structural model for predicting addiction susceptibility in male adolescents based on family emotional climate with the mediation of resilience

Introduction: The family's emotional climate and resilience are among the protective factors against drug use by teenagers. Aim: The present study aimed to predict addiction susceptibility in male adolescents based on the family's emotional climate with the mediation of resilience. Methods: The research method was of the descriptive correlation type and the study's statistical population included all male students of public schools in Tehran in the first and second semesters of 2017-2018, from which 267 people were selected by multi-stage random sampling. The research tools included the Affective Family Climate Scale, the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale, and the Addiction Susceptibility Questionnaire-Adolescents Version. The data of the present research were analyzed using the structural equation modeling method and Imus software. Results: The present study's results showed that the family's emotional climate (β=-0.468, P=0.001) and resilience (β=-0.246, P=0.001) predict addiction susceptibility in male adolescents negatively and meaningfully. The family's emotional climate predicts addiction susceptibility in male adolescents through the mediation of resilience (β=0.083, P=0.001). Conclusion: The results of the present study emphasize the importance of the role of the family, both in terms of creating a favorable emotional climate and in terms of playing a role, as a suitable model in the emergence of behavior. It is suggested that parents also protect their children from the influence of peers and the use of tobacco and drugs by providing a suitable emotional climate.

Developing a Neuroarchitecture-based User Centered Design for Elementary Schools in Tehran

Neuroarchitecture research investigates how environmental design affects the nervous system using quantitative methods. However, for user-centered design, qualitative research is equally important to actively involve users in the design process. This research aims to bridge this gap by extracting principles for user-centered design in elementary schools, emphasizing student involvement. The study utilized card-sorting and semi-structured interviews, followed by quantitative content analysis. The research involved 60 girls and 60 boys elementary school students in Tehran. The findings indicate that girl students prefer wood texture and circular forms in colorful environments, while boy students prefer square forms, neutral colors, and spacious areas. Furthermore, the results reveal that essential design elements including window features, compound forms, semi-open spaces, playgrounds, and cleanliness, crucial from students’ perspectives, were overlooked in neuroarchitecture research. This study emphasizes the significance of combining qualitative methods with neuroarchitecture research to develop user-centered school designs that consider students’ preferences and needs.

Knowledge of the health personnel involved in the fluoride varnish therapy programs of primary schools in Tehran, Iran

IntroductionThe World Health Organization (WHO) places great importance on oral health promotion programs in schools, given that approximately one billion people worldwide are students. This demographic not only includes the students themselves, but also extends to school staff, their families, and the broader community, all of whom are interconnected. The objectives of this study were firstly to assess the knowledge of health personnel conducting fluoride varnish treatment (FVT) in schools, and secondly to solicit their views on the effectiveness of their training methods.MethodsData was collected from health personnel involved in FVT in schools, supervised by medical universities in Tehran province, using a questionnaire. The questionnaire was divided into four sections: demographic information, methods of receiving FVT training, respondents’ knowledge regarding FVT, and opinions about the effectiveness of FVT training methods. The questionnaire was distributed via social media, phone conversations, and email. The collected data was analyzed using Mann-Whitney in SPSS Version 26. A regression model was also fitted to the data.ResultsThe present study included 403 participants. Among various educational methods, it was found that participation in previous workshops (P = 0.001) and FVT workshops (P = 0.013) was significantly correlated with a higher FVT knowledge score. Additionally, participation in previous oral health promotion programs was significantly associated with a higher knowledge score (P < 0.05). Therefore, a history of participating in previous health promotion programs significantly contributed to the participants’ knowledge.ConclusionParticipation in previous oral health programs was found to be significantly correlated with a higher knowledge score. The effectiveness of training programs can be attributed to participation in previous workshops and FVT workshops. This study provided insights into potential strategies for enhancing personnel training in national oral health programs.

Identifying early permanent teeth caries factors in children using random forest algorithm

IntroductionEarly permanent dental caries can pose a serious threat to oral health in the coming years. This study aimed to investigate the key factors influencing early dental caries in permanent teeth among first-grade Iranian children.MethodsA cross-sectional study involving 778 randomly selected first-grade children from public schools in Tehran, Iran, was conducted between November 2017 and January 2018. The oral health of the children, evaluated by two trained dentists, was recorded based on the DMFT index. Information on maternal education, gender, dmft index, brushing frequency, dental visits, flossing, and sweet consumption was also collected. The Random Forest method was employed to identify factors associated with early permanent dental caries, and its performance was compared with logistic regression using the Area Under the Curve (AUC) index.ResultsLogistic regression, represented by odds ratios (OR), revealed a significant association between early permanent dental caries and dmft index [OR1.13, 95% CI (1.07, 1.20), p-value &amp;lt;0.001], maternal education [OR = 2.04, 95% CI (1.15, 3.62), p-value &amp;lt;0.05], and sweet consumption [OR = 0.59, 95% CI (0.36, 0.98), p-value &amp;lt;0.05]. Random Forest analysis indicated that male gender, higher maternal education, and lower sweet consumption were associated with increased likelihood of being caries-free. Notably, Random Forest demonstrated superior performance (AUC = 0.81) compared to logistic regression (AUC = 0.72).ConclusionEarly permanent dental caries can be effectively managed by caring primary teeth and reducing consumption of sweet. Maternal education emerged as a pivotal factor in mitigating the risk of early permanent dental caries. Therefore, prioritizing these factors and preventing permanent teeth caries in childhood can be remarkably influential in reducing future caries. The usage of the Random Forest algorithm is highly recommended for identifying relevant risk factors associated with early permanent teeth.

Obese-friends club: a gamified virtual quasi-experiment for obesity control in adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked concerns about weight management because of the changes in population lifestyle. As previous studies suggest, these changes can affect adolescents to a greater degree, especially as schools shut down. Designing a method for weight management that accounts for the specific conditions of the pandemic can help students attend to their physical conditions during the pandemic. An online gamified peer pressure group on WhatsApp was employed to help 10th-grade boys in a high school in Tehran, Iran. The available sample consisted of 15 main group students and 13 control students. A paired t-test examined the difference between each group's initial and final state as well as the group's final state. Additionally, an ANCOVA test was done to ensure that the observed effect was because of the intervention. The initial BMI for the intervention group (µ = 30.68, δ = 3.23) and the control group (µ = 29.73, δ = 3.23) were the same (p = 0.468). Two dropouts in the intervention group were found after forty days. A significant difference between the intervention group's steady and final states (p = 0.027) was detected; however, this difference was not significant in the control group (p = 0.634). Online gamified social groups can play a key role in adolescents' weight management during the COVID-19 pandemic. The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s40200-023-01340-z.

Identifying Dimensions and Components of Functional Performance Evaluation in Effective Schools with a Grounded Theory Approach

Objective: The purpose of this research is to identify the dimensions and components of functional performance evaluation in effective schools using a grounded theory approach. Methodology: This qualitative study utilized the snowball sampling method to gather opinions from 15 experts and specialists in the field of education in Tehran, as well as university professors. Findings: The research results indicated that six central factors, ten main categories, and thirty-eight subcategories play a significant role in the performance evaluation model of effective elementary schools in Tehran. Additionally, the research's paradigmatic model consists of causal factors, including physical and technological factors, environmental health assurance, and individual health assurance for students; the central phenomenon includes active participants and the teaching-learning process; contextual conditions include components and elements of performance evaluation; intervening conditions include the principles and values of effective schools and educational organizations and policymakers; effective strategies for performance evaluation in effective schools include preparation for evaluation implementation; and the outcomes of performance evaluation in effective schools include achieving scientific and practical accomplishments. Conclusion: Overall, this research has identified and analyzed these dimensions and components, providing a comprehensive model for evaluating the performance of effective schools in Tehran, which can help improve educational quality in this city.

Effectiveness of State-Based Relaxation Therapy on Externalizing/Internalizing Problems in Students with Intermittent Explosive Disorder

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of state-based relaxation therapy on externalizing/internalizing problems in students with Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED). Methods and Materials: The research method was a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest and follow-up with a control group. The statistical population included all adolescents aged 12-18 years with IED in the 2023-2024 academic year, who were studying in schools in Tehran. The sample size consisted of 30 individuals (15 in the experimental group and 15 in the control group) selected from the statistical population using convenience sampling and assigned to experimental and control groups. The experimental group received state-based relaxation therapy, while the control group remained on the waiting list. The research instruments included the Intermittent Explosive Disorder Questionnaire (Coccaro et al., 2017) and the Achenbach Emotional and Behavioral Problems Questionnaire (Achenbach &amp; Rescorla, 2003). Data were analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) and SPSS-27 software. Findings: The results indicated that state-based relaxation therapy had a significant effect on externalizing/internalizing problems in the posttest and follow-up stages. Conclusion: The findings of this study provide useful information regarding state-based relaxation therapy, and psychologists and psychiatrists can use this intervention to improve externalizing/internalizing problems in students with IED.

Examining the Fit of the Psychological Well-Being Model of Adolescents Based on Early Maladaptive Schemas with the Mediation of Emotion Regulation

Objective: Adolescence brings about new changes in the psychological system, including thinking and planning for the future, evaluating alternatives, introspection, reasoning, abstract thinking, new levels of autonomy and assertiveness, and generally new cognitive abilities. Methods and Materials: This study aimed to examine the fit of the psychological well-being model of adolescents based on early maladaptive schemas with the mediation of emotion regulation. The research design was applied in nature, using a descriptive-correlational method with a structural modeling approach. The statistical population of this study included all adolescents studying in the second period of secondary schools in Tehran during the academic year 2020-2021. The sample consisted of 400 individuals selected from the research population using cluster sampling. The tools used in this study included the Psychological Well-Being Questionnaire (Ryff, 1989), the Young Schema Questionnaire-Short Form (Young, 1994), and the Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale (Gratz &amp; Roemer, 2004). For data analysis in descriptive statistics, SPSS-24 software was used, and for inferential statistical analysis to test hypotheses and confirm or reject them, the structural equation modeling (SEM) method with AMOS-22 software was employed. Findings: The findings indicated that, according to the chi-square and RMSEA criteria, the model provided a good fit for the data regarding the psychological well-being of adolescents based on early maladaptive schemas with the mediation of emotion regulation. Conclusion: Emotion regulation serves as a mediator between psychological well-being and early maladaptive schemas, meaning that early maladaptive schemas can indirectly enhance psychological well-being by reducing emotional dysregulation.

Exploring the opportunities and constraints of urban small green spaces: an investigation of affordances

ABSTRACT The presence of green elements, such as plants, trees, and natural outdoor spaces, has been found to have a significant impact on children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Studies have shown that access to green spaces can improve children's cognitive development, increase their physical activity levels, and reduce stress and anxiety. Furthermore, green features may increase children's creativity, imagination, and environmental, ecological, and social interaction education. This research aims to comprehend how green elements affect the formation of gathering spots for children in urban areas and which social and functional features influence children's decisions when choosing gathering spots. It specifically examines the social and spatial constraints that limit children's active play in urban spaces in the immediate vicinity of five single-gender girls’ elementary schools in Tehran. Moreover, it observes how the priority of children in choosing gathering spots around schools is affected by safety and surveillance concerns. Observations indicate that children's hang-out spots around schools are determined more by safety and surveillance than access to green spaces or natural elements. The research provides insights into the importance of green elements in shaping children's playful behavior. It emphasizes the necessity of considering safety when planning green spaces in schools’ vicinities.

Developing a Structural Model of Reading Comprehension for Third, Fourth, and Fifth-Grade Students in Persian Language Schools of Tehran Based on the Perfetti Theoretical Framework

Background: Reading comprehension is a complex skill rooted in language, and significant research has concentrated on identifying metalinguistic abilities that can predict children's comprehension skills. Morphological awareness is one such skill. Within the theoretical framework of reading comprehension, Perfetti, Landi, and Oakhill (2005) proposed that morphology serves a dual function in the text. In the first capacity, morphology is regarded as an integral part of the vocabulary system, indirectly enhancing text comprehension by aiding in the reading of intricate words. In the second capacity, morphology is viewed as a component of the linguistic system, directly impacting reading comprehension by influencing general comprehension processes. Objectives: This study aimed to examine the interconnection among vocabulary proficiency, morphological awareness, and reading comprehension in elementary school students in the Persian language, utilizing the theoretical framework proposed by Perfetti and Landi in their reading comprehension model. Additionally, it sought to construct a structural model of reading comprehension tailored to third-, fourth-, and fifth-grade students in Persian, drawing inspiration from the model introduced by Levesque et al. (2017). Methods: This research adopted a quantitative approach and was carried out using a cross-sectional methodology in Tehran in 2023. The population consisted of 180 students aged between 9 and 11 years. Data collection encompassed a questionnaire that gathered personal information from the students, along with their scores on assessments related to vocabulary knowledge, morphological awareness (comprising production and decomposition subtests), and reading comprehension tests. Results: Among the Persian-speaking students across all three grades, a significant positive correlation was identified between vocabulary knowledge and morphological awareness, vocabulary knowledge and reading comprehension, and morphological awareness and reading comprehension (P &lt; 0.01). Conclusions: This study revealed that morphological awareness has varying effects on reading skills among Persian-speaking students. In the third grade, it notably influences fluent reading, while in the fourth and fifth grades, it plays a significant role in enhancing text comprehension. As a result, it is imperative to incorporate instruction on morphological awareness, encompassing both decomposition and production aspects, into Persian language textbooks, with particular emphasis on grades 3 through 6.

Enhancing visual comfort prediction in space layouts using deep learning models

ABSTRACT In designing performance-based facilities, such as educational buildings, assessing visual comfort is crucial. The computational cost and resource-intensive modeling necessitate an efficient analytical tool for diverse layout assessment. In the current study, predictive models were developed using deep learning and machine learning to predict visual comfort in typical elementary schools in Tehran. Firstly, layouts were modeled, considering influential parameters. Subsequently, simulation-based datasets were analyzed and labeled. The VGG16 and VGG19 architectures from convolutional neural networks (CNNs), along with the pix2pix model from generative adversarial networks were utilized for forecasting respectively, numerical and pictorial indices regarding each visual comfort metric. The pix2pix model performs approximately SSIM of 0.9 for sDA, ASE, and UDIexceed3000 and 0.86 for DAp. The extracted features by CNNs were harnessed in training models. Eventually, models with the Bayesian Ridge algorithm had a promising performance which exhibited acceptable R2 values for metrics in the range of 0.90–0.96. Toward a depth analysis, parameter sensitivity using the Shapley additive explanations method was evaluated with XGBoost models. Additionally, the Spearman Correlation underscores the substantial impact of factors like WWR and aspect ratio on metrics.

The relationship between executive function and activities of daily living in children with specific learning disorders

This study explores the relationship between executive functions (EF) and activities of daily living in children with specific learning disorder (SLD). Thirty SLD children (14 females and 16 males) and thirty typically developing (TD) children (13 females and 17 males) aged 8 to 11 years were selected from learning disabilities schools and centers as well as public schools in Tehran, Iran. The mean age for the TD group was 9.67 ± 0.82 and for the SLD group was 9.5 ± 0.5. Basic Activities of Daily Living (B-ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) were assessed using the Modified Barthel questionnaire and the Lawton scale, respectively. Executive function was evaluated using the Parent Form of Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function (BRIEF) questionnaire. Pearson correlations were utilized to determine the correlation between the average score of "executive function" and "daily life activities". Results indicated that children with SLD scored significantly lower in EFs compared to TD children. Although there was no significant difference in B-ADL between the two groups, children with SLD scored lower in IADL. This study sheds light on the impact of EF on the ability of children with SLD to complete daily living activities. Further research is needed to better understand and address these challenges.

Identifying factors affecting the quality of educational activities in schools (case study: elementary schools in Tehran)

Identifying factors affecting the quality of educational activities in schools (case study: elementary schools in Tehran)

Effectiveness of Anodal Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation of Left Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex in Facial Emotion Recognition and Clinical Symptoms of Boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder with a deficit in communication and social skills, stereotypical and repetitive patterns of behaviors, interests, and activities. The gold standard treatment, behavioral therapy, imposes a great cost on families, and its efficacy depends on the life stage at which the therapy is started. As an alternative treatment, the efficacy and safety of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) have been investigated in different patient groups; however, its efficacy on facial emotion recognition (FER) has not been investigated in children with ASD. Objectives: We investigated the effectiveness of anodal tDCS of the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) in FER and clinical symptoms of children with ASD. Methods: Twenty-four boys with ASD were selected from a school in Tehran, Iran. The eligible participants were randomized to receive the intervention (15 minutes of electrical stimulation) or not (20 seconds with device-off; control group). The emotion recognition task and autism treatments evaluation checklist (ATEC) were evaluated before and after the intervention and compared using the mixed ANOVA test. Results: Eleven boys in each group completed the study. The groups were similar regarding mean age, ASD severity, and intelligence quotient. The interactive effect of group and time was significant on both scales (emotion recognition task and ATEC). Conclusions: Anodal tDCS of DLPFC is an effective therapeutic method for specific behaviors, including FER, in school-aged boys with ASD. Further studies are required to suggest this treatment as a safe and effective strategy in children with ASD.

Prevalence and Related Factors for Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Obese Students

Background: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) occurs with the pathological accumulation of fat in the liver and is one of the most common liver disorders worldwide among adults and even children. Obesity is a risk factor for NAFLD. Objectives: Considering the increasing prevalence of obesity in Iran and worldwide, this study was conducted to determine the prevalence of NAFLD and its related factors in overweight and obese students of schools in Tehran, Iran. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed on 115 overweight and obese students [body mass index (BMI) ≥ 25] with an age range of 7 - 17 years. Eligible individuals were classified into two groups with and without NAFLD. Liver ultrasonography and measurement of serum parameters, including fasting blood sugar, lipid profile, and liver enzymes, were performed. Next, the demographic and anthropometric characteristics were compared between the two groups. Results: Out of 115 studied students, 71 subjects were boys (61.7%). The results showed that the mean BMI in patients with fatty liver was significantly higher than in individuals without fatty liver (P = 0.03). According to our findings, the mean total cholesterol in NAFLD patients was significantly higher than in the group without NAFLD (P = 0.008). The univariate logistic regression model results for measuring factors related to fatty liver in students showed a significant positive correlation between male gender, BMI, total cholesterol, aspartate aminotransferase, and alanine aminotransferase. Conclusions: NAFLD is a substantial problem in school children and correlates with elevated BMI. Therefore, the measurement of BMI can be used as a useful predictor and screening tool for NAFLD in school children.