A study to assess the knowledge through Structured Teaching Program regarding Pre-Menstrual Syndrome among Adolescent girls at Acharya Polytechnic College, Bengaluru.

Abstract

A Study to assess the knowledge through structured teaching program among adolescent girls at Acharya polytechnic Bengaluru”. BACKGROUND Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a common condition among adolescent girls, characterized by various physical, emotional, and behavioural symptoms occurring before menstruation Despite its prevalence, awareness and understanding of PMS remain limited, particularly among adolescent girls A lack of knowledge can lead to misconceptions and inadequate management of the symptoms, affecting the overall well-being and academic performance of these girls Objectives of study  To assess the pre and post level of knowledge regarding Pre-menstrual syndrome among adolescent girls.  To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching program in improving the level of knowledge regarding pre-menstrual syndrome.  To find out the association between pre-test level of knowledge with selected demographical variables. Methodology Quantitative approach was used to collect data from 50 samples selected by using purposive sampling technique through non-probability sampling approach consisting 3 sections: Section A: Demographic variables consisting of 6 items. Section B: Assessing the knowledge level of Pre-menstrual syndrome consisting of 20 items. Section C: Association between pre-test level of knowledge with selected demographic variables. Results: The majority of respondent 90% had inadequate knowledge on Pre-menstrual syndrome during Pre test After providing Structured teaching program, 92% of the respondents had Adequate knowledge on Premenstrual syndrome.