A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge Regarding the Usage of Menstrual Cups and Their Benefits Among Teenage Girls in Selected Pre-University (PU) Colleges, Tumkur

Year : 2025 | Volume : 03 | Issue : 02 | Page : 13 29
    By

    Hemalatha B.,

  • Mahaboobsaheb Ganjal,

  1. Professor and Head of Department (H.O.D), Department of Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Sree Siddaganga Institute of Nursing Sciences and Research Center, Karnataka, India
  2. Associate Professor, Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Al-Qamar College of Nursing, Karnataka, India

Abstract

Menstruation is a natural and essential biological process experienced by millions of women worldwide every month. However, despite its universality, menstruation continues to be surrounded by social stigma, myths, and inadequate awareness, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like India. The lack of proper menstrual education often leads to fear, embarrassment, and discomfort among adolescent girls as they begin to experience their menstrual cycles. These challenges hinder their ability to manage menstruation safely and hygienically, often resulting in poor health outcomes and absenteeism from school. In recent years, the menstrual cup has emerged as a sustainable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternative to conventional sanitary pads. However, awareness and acceptance of menstrual cups remain limited due to misconceptions and inadequate knowledge. The present study was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of an informational booklet in improving awareness and understanding of the use, benefits, and maintenance of menstrual cups among adolescent girls studying in selected pre-university (PU) colleges in Tumkur. A structured informational booklet was developed and distributed to the participants, focusing on menstrual hygiene, menstrual cup usage, advantages, and care practices. The effectiveness of the intervention was assessed through pretest and posttest evaluations of knowledge levels. The study findings revealed a significant improvement in participants’ awareness and positive attitudes toward menstrual cups following exposure to the booklet. The study concludes that structured educational materials, such as informational booklets, can play a vital role in enhancing menstrual hygiene knowledge and promoting sustainable menstrual practices among adolescent girls.

Keywords: Effectiveness, knowledge, information booklet, teenage girls, menstrual cup

[This article belongs to International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices ]

How to cite this article:
Hemalatha B., Mahaboobsaheb Ganjal. A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge Regarding the Usage of Menstrual Cups and Their Benefits Among Teenage Girls in Selected Pre-University (PU) Colleges, Tumkur. International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices. 2025; 03(02):13-29.
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Hemalatha B., Mahaboobsaheb Ganjal. A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge Regarding the Usage of Menstrual Cups and Their Benefits Among Teenage Girls in Selected Pre-University (PU) Colleges, Tumkur. International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices. 2025; 03(02):13-29. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/ijmnp/article=2025/view=235130


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Volume 03
Issue 02
Received 05/08/2025
Accepted 08/10/2025
Published 20/10/2025
Publication Time 76 Days
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