Human Papillomavirus Infection
Conditions
Keywords
HPV, Human Papillomavirus, HPV Vaccine, Health Belief Model, Motivational Interviewing, Vaccine Awareness, Women's Health, Cervical Cancer Prevention
Brief summary
This study aims to evaluate the effect of an educational intervention based on the Health Belief Model (HBM) combined with motivational interviewing on women's knowledge about Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection and their awareness of HPV vaccination. The study will be conducted among women aged 18-45 who have not received the HPV vaccine. Participants in the intervention group will receive structured education and motivational interviews, while the control group will receive no intervention. Changes in HPV knowledge and vaccine awareness will be measured before and after the intervention using validated scales. The goal is to improve preventive behaviors and increase vaccine uptake through behavior-based education.
Detailed description
This randomized controlled trial is designed to assess the impact of education and motivational interviewing grounded in the Health Belief Model (HBM) on women's knowledge regarding HPV and awareness of the HPV vaccine. The study population consists of 18-45-year-old literate women who have not previously received HPV vaccination. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. The intervention group will receive a 3-session structured education program based on HBM constructs (perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy), supported by motivational interviewing techniques. The control group will receive no intervention. Data collection will include pre- and post-intervention assessments using a validated HPV knowledge scale and vaccine awareness questionnaire. The expected outcome is a statistically significant improvement in knowledge and awareness in the intervention group. This study aims to contribute to public health efforts in HPV prevention and vaccination promotion by utilizing a behavioral model in community education.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALHBM-Based Education and Motivational Interviewing
This intervention consists of a structured 3-session educational program and motivational interviews based on the Health Belief Model (HBM). It aims to increase knowledge about HPV infection and improve HPV vaccination awareness among women aged 18-45.
Sponsors
Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Outcomes Assessor)
Masking description
Participants and outcomes assessors were blinded to group assignments. However, the intervention provider was aware of group allocation due to the nature of the educational intervention.
Intervention model description
Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving HBM-based education and motivational interviewing, or a control group receiving no intervention. Outcomes will be assessed before and after the intervention.
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
18 Years to 45 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Women aged between 18-45 years Voluntary participation and providing informed consent Not previously vaccinated against HPV Ability to attend all three educational and motivational interview sessions Literacy sufficient to complete study questionnaires
Exclusion criteria
* Women under 18 or over 45 years old Prior HPV vaccination Cognitive or psychiatric conditions that hinder participation Currently participating in another HPV-related education or intervention study Inability to attend all sessions of the intervention program
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HPV Knowledge Score | 4 weeks after the intervention | Participants' total score on an HPV knowledge questionnaire designed to assess understanding of HPV infection, transmission, and prevention. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HPV Vaccination Awareness Score | 4 weeks after the intervention | Participants' awareness level regarding HPV vaccination, measured using a structured 10-item survey. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Contacts
Primary Contactseda Ayyıldız, doctora student
Outcome results
None listed