Author(s):
Swapan Deep Dhanopia, Harsha R Bhabhor, Tulsi B Mahida, Falguni M Parmar, Payal V Parmar, Sheetal Parmar, Snehal R Parmar, Helly M Patel, Janvi G Patel, Krupa R Patel, Rudra R Patel, Ritu D Solanki, Jenis K Suvartic, Sanjay A Talpada
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swapandeepdhanopia@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2454-2660.2025.00031 
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Swapan Deep Dhanopia*, Harsha R Bhabhor, Tulsi B Mahida, Falguni M Parmar, Payal V Parmar, Sheetal Parmar, Snehal R Parmar, Helly M Patel, Janvi G Patel, Krupa R Patel, Rudra R Patel, Ritu D Solanki, Jenis K Suvartic, Sanjay A Talpada
Department of Nursing, Manikaka Topawala Institute of Nursing, CHARUSAT University, Changa, Anand, Gujarat, India.
*Corresponding Author
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Volume - 13,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) is a common endocrine disorder that affects the gynaecological and metabolic health of adolescent girls, a particularly vulnerable group. Early identification and understanding of PCOD are crucial for effective prevention and management. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes toward PCOD among adolescent girls in selected colleges of Anand-Kheda district, Gujarat. Methodology: A descriptive, cross-sectional study design was used, involving 500 adolescent girls from selected colleges in Anand-Kheda district, Gujarat. Participants were selected using convenient non-probability sampling. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire, divided into demographic details, 20 multiple-choice questions assessing knowledge, and a five-point Likert scale to measure attitudes. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were used to analyze the data, with a significance level set at 0.05. Results: The majority of participants (80%) were aged 26 years and above, with most being Hindu (69%) and in their first year of college (42%). Knowledge assessment showed that 42.6% had poor knowledge, 41.8% had average knowledge, and 15.6% had good knowledge of PCOD. Regarding attitudes, 87.8% had a neutral attitude, 11% had a favourable attitude, and 1.2% had an unfavourable attitude toward PCOD. Chi-square analysis revealed significant associations between knowledge and educational year, family type, monthly income, area of residence, and family history of PCOD. However, age, religion, and prior training on PCOD were not significantly associated with knowledge. Conclusion: The study highlights a notable lack of knowledge about PCOD among adolescent girls, despite generally neutral or favourable attitudes. Educational interventions targeting groups with lower knowledge or specific socio-economic backgrounds are essential for improving awareness and facilitating early detection and management of PCOD. Awareness programs are recommended to enhance both knowledge and attitudes about PCOD among adolescent girls
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Swapan Deep Dhanopia, Harsha R Bhabhor, Tulsi B Mahida, Falguni M Parmar, Payal V Parmar, Sheetal Parmar, Snehal R Parmar, Helly M Patel, Janvi G Patel, Krupa R Patel, Rudra R Patel, Ritu D Solanki, Jenis K Suvartic, Sanjay A Talpada. A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude regarding Polycystic Ovarian Disease among Adolescent Girls of selected Colleges of Anand-Kheda District, Gujarat. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2025;13(3):145-0. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2025.00031
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Swapan Deep Dhanopia, Harsha R Bhabhor, Tulsi B Mahida, Falguni M Parmar, Payal V Parmar, Sheetal Parmar, Snehal R Parmar, Helly M Patel, Janvi G Patel, Krupa R Patel, Rudra R Patel, Ritu D Solanki, Jenis K Suvartic, Sanjay A Talpada. A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude regarding Polycystic Ovarian Disease among Adolescent Girls of selected Colleges of Anand-Kheda District, Gujarat. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2025;13(3):145-0. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2025.00031 Available on: https://ijneronline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-13-3-3
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