A quasi experimental study to evaluate the knowledge on menstrual hygiene by structured teaching programme among adolescent girls (13-18 years) in a selected school at Sagar (M.P.)

Abstract

Menstrual hygiene is a crucial aspect of adolescent health, yet many girls lack adequate knowledge and proper practices regarding it. This quasi-experimental study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching program on menstrual hygiene among adolescent girls (13-18 years) in a selected school at Sagar (M.P.). A total of 60 participants were selected using non-probability convenient sampling technique. A pre-test was conducted to assess their baseline knowledge, followed by the implementation of a structured teaching program. After the intervention, a post-test was administered to evaluate the improvement in knowledge. The results showed a significant increase in the participants' understanding of menstrual hygiene, including awareness of safe practices, hygiene management, and disposal methods. The statistical analysis confirmed the effectiveness of the structured teaching program in enhancing menstrual hygiene knowledge among adolescent girls. The study concludes that structured teaching programs are an effective method for improving menstrual hygiene awareness. It recommends integrating menstrual health education into school curricula and encouraging collaborative efforts among educators, healthcare professionals, and parents to ensure better menstrual hygiene management among adolescent girls. Further research is suggested to explore long-term impacts and extend such interventions to different socio-cultural settings.