Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Pubertal Changes Among Adolescents in Selected Schools of Shimla-HP: A Quasi- Experimental Study
Abstract: Background: Puberty is a developmental process involving hormonal changes, physical growth, maturation of reproductive organs, and development of secondary sexual characteristics. Adolescence is a crucial period marked by physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes. Aim: To assess the effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme (STP) on knowledge and attitude regarding pubertal changes among adolescents in selected schools of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Methodology: A quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental control group pre-test and post-test design was adopted. 80 adolescents aged 10?14 years were selected using non-probability convenient sampling. Data were collected using a self-structured knowledge questionnaire and a five-point Likert attitude scale. The post-test was conducted seven days after the pre-test., Results: In the experimental group, 67.5% of participants had average knowledge before the intervention, while 60% achieved very good knowledge afterward. Positive attitude increased from 27.5% to 90%. Mean knowledge scores increased from 15.60 ± 5.500 to 31.85 ± 4.117 (t = 15.596, p
Keywords: Adolescents, Structured Teaching Programme, Knowledge, Attitude, Pubertal Changes
How to Cite?: Yamini, "Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Pubertal Changes Among Adolescents in Selected Schools of Shimla-HP: A Quasi- Experimental Study", Volume 15 Issue 10, October 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1597-1601, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR261022205136, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR261022205136