Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination, Message Framing, Vaccination Intention
Conditions
Keywords
message framing, gain-loss framing, human papillomavirus, vaccination, sex differences
Brief summary
Background: University students are at high risk for HPV infection, while HPV vaccination rates remain low. Message framing strategies may influence vaccination-related perceptions and intentions. Objective: This study aims to compare the effects of gain- and loss-framed HPV vaccination messages on HPV risk perception, HPV knowledge, and vaccination intention among university students. Methods: This randomized controlled experimental study includes university students from the health sciences faculty of a foundation university. Participants are assigned to gain-framed, loss-framed, and control groups. Data are collected using the Human Papillomavirus Knowledge Scale and the HPV Risk Perception Questionnaire. Statistical analyses include one-way ANOVA, two-way ANOVA, and Chi-square tests. The study is designed in accordance with CONSORT 2010 and EQUATOR Network reporting guidelines. Keywords: message framing; gain-loss framing; human papillomavirus; vaccination
Detailed description
This randomized controlled experimental study examines the effects of gain- and loss-framed HPV vaccination messages on university students' HPV knowledge, risk perception, and vaccination intention. A total of 927 university students were assigned to gain-framed, loss-framed, and control groups. The study evaluates the relationship between message framing and vaccination-related outcomes among university students.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALGain-Framed HPV Vaccination Message
Participants received gain-framed messages emphasizing the benefits of HPV vaccination.
BEHAVIORALLoss-Framed HPV Vaccination Message
Participants received loss-framed messages emphasizing the consequences of not receiving HPV vaccination.
Sponsors
Ankara Medipol University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Intervention model description
Participants were randomly assigned to gain-framed, loss-framed, and control groups in a parallel-group randomized controlled design.
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 45 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Aged 18 years or older * Voluntarily agrees to participate in the study * Has not received formal education about HPV through a course or class
Exclusion criteria
* Has received the HPV vaccine * Has participated in formal education about HPV through a course or class * Has a current or previous positive HPV test result or HPV diagnosis
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HPV vaccination intention | Immediately after message exposure | Participant intention to receive the HPV vaccine measured immediately after message exposure using a self-reported vaccination intention scale. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed