A study to evaluate the effectiveness of multi-component interventions on knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding the prevention of oral health hazards of tobacco chewing among adults of selected areas in Gorakhpur U.P

Abstract

This study examines the impact of multi-component interventions on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding the prevention of oral health hazards associated with tobacco chewing among adults in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. Utilizing a pre-experimental design, 100 adult participants aged 18–58 underwent pre- and post-intervention assessments to measure changes in KAP. The intervention comprised educational videos, informational pamphlets, and peer support groups. Results indicated a 24.15% increase in knowledge, along with significant positive shifts in attitudes toward the harms of tobacco chewing and noticeable improvements in practices related to tobacco use reduction. These findings suggest that multi-component, community-based interventions can effectively increase awareness, foster healthier attitudes, and promote positive behavioral changes in tobacco use. This research highlights the need for continued public health efforts focused on educational and social support measures to reduce smokeless tobacco-related health risks in rural communities.