Effectiveness of structured teaching program (STP) on Knowledge regarding dementia among adults in selected villages at Kolar

• Author Details:   
• Sheshadri K.S. ^*
• Praveen Loni

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Introduction: Dementia is a growing public health concern, especially with the increasing aging population. Adequate knowledge and a positive attitude towards dementia are crucial for early detection, management, and reducing stigma.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Program (STP) in enhancing knowledge regarding dementia among adults in selected villages of Kolar.

Materials and Methods: A quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design was used. Sixty adults were selected using a non-probability convenient sampling technique. Data was collected using a Structured Knowledge Interview Schedule (SKIS) and a Structured Attitude Interview Schedule (SAIS). Participants underwent a pretest assessment, followed by an STP intervention, and a post-test was conducted using the same tool. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis.

Results: The mean pretest knowledge score was 12.77 (SD = 2.168), which significantly improved to 21.9 (SD = 1.591) in the post-test (t = 24.231, p < 0.001), thus indicating a statistically significant improvement.

Conclusion: The findings suggest that the Structured Teaching Program was effective in enhancing knowledge towards dementia among adults. Such educational interventions can play a crucial role in community-based dementia awareness and prevention strategies.