CompletedNot Applicable

Creative Touch in Menstrual Attitude and Hygiene Behavior: A Drama Intervention

Turkey (Türkiye)64 participantsStarted 2025-05-01

Plain-language summary

In this study, the effect of creative drama-based education on menstruation attitudes and genital hygiene behaviors of adolescent girls aged 10-14 years was investigated. After screening, a total of 64 students were included in the study. Data were collected using Personal Information Form, Genital Hygiene Behavior Scale and Menstruation Attitude Scale.The creative drama method can create an open and safe communication environment by reducing the embarrassment or shyness of young people when dealing with taboo subjects such as menstruation. This approach supported the perception of menstruation as a natural biological process and contributed to the participants developing a more positive attitude towards the subject.

Who can participate

Age range10 Years – 14 Years

SexFEMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * 10-14 years old, * Female gender * No communication problems, * Not having any cognitive, affective, or psychomotor disorders * Voluntary participation in the study * Exclusion Criteria * Boys were not included in the study. * The study did not include those who did not meet the inclusion criteria. Exclusion Criteria: * Boys were not included in the study. * The study did not include those who did not meet the inclusion criteria.

What they're measuring

Genital Hygiene Behavior Scale (GHD-S)

Timeframe: 5-10 minutes

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07026396

SponsorAtaturk University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-06-01

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