A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program (STP) on Knowledge Regarding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Among Adolescent Girls at Govt Girls Higher Secondary School Ranibagh Anantnag, Kashmir
Abstract
Mir Uzma Ashraf
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder among adolescent girls, often leading to long-term health complications if not identified and managed early. It is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. It affects the ovaries and can cause various symptoms, including; Irregular periods, Excess androgen, Polycystic ovaries, weight gain, Insulin resistance and Fertility issues.
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching program (STP) in improving knowledge regarding PCOS among adolescent girls.
Materials and Methods: Ludwig Von Bertalanffy’s General System Theory’s conceptual framework was used which includes input, process and output. Research approach for the study was quantitative research approach. A pre-experimental one-group pre-test post- test design was employed at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Rani-Bagh Anantnag, Kashmir. A total of 50 adolescent girls were selected using Purposive sampling technique. A self-structured questionnaire was used to assess their knowledge before and after the implementation of the STP. The teaching program included comprehensive sessions on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and management of PCOS.
Results: The pre-test knowledge scores revealed limited awareness about PCOS among participants, with a mean score of 13.12 ±5.065. After the intervention, the post-test scores showed a significant improvement, with a mean score of 22.22 ± 2.950. A paired t-test demonstrated a statistically significant difference (p ≤ 0.05) in the knowledge scores before and after the STP, indicating the effectiveness of the intervention.
Conclusion: The findings suggested that a structured teaching program is an effective strategy to enhance awareness and understanding of PCOS among adolescent girls. Such educational initiatives should be integrated into school health programs to promote early recognition and management of PCOS.