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Volume 14 Issue 3 (March) 2025

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Evaluating the Impact of a Community-Based Health Education Program on Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) regarding Family Planning among Rural Women of Dehradun
Dr. Prashaant Kumar Bhatnagar, Dr. Hina Mittal, Dr. Jairaj Singh Hanspal, Dr. Roopa Hanspal, Dr. Harsimran Jit Kaur Natt, Dr. Pragya Singh

Background: Family planning is a crucial component of reproductive healthcare, yet rural women in India face numerous barriers, including limited knowledge, cultural norms, and restricted access to contraceptive methods. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a community-based health education program in improving knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding family planning among rural women in Dehradun, India. Objective: To assess the impact of a structured health education intervention on KAP related to family planning among rural women, measuring pre- and post-intervention improvements. Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-post study design was employed, involving 200 married women aged 18-45 years from rural Dehradun. Participants were recruited through primary health centers (PHCs), self-help groups (SHGs), and Anganwadi centers. The intervention included interactive educational sessions, myth-busting activities, live demonstrations, and distribution of IEC materials. Data collection involved structured questionnaires administered at baseline and post-intervention. Paired t-tests and chi-square tests were used for statistical analysis. Results: Pre- and post-intervention assessments revealed substantial improvements in KAP. Baseline results indicated 58% of women had low awareness, 42% held negative perceptions, and 28% practiced modern contraception. Post-intervention, awareness increased to 83%, positive attitudes to 67%, and contraceptive use to 55%. Statistical analysis confirmed significant improvements (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The study demonstrates that community-based health education interventions significantly improve knowledge, attitudes, and contraceptive adoption among rural women. To sustain these improvements, future programs should emphasize male involvement, continuous support from community health workers, and the integration of digital tools for wider outreach.

 
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