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2024-10-26 @ 3:43 PM
Last Modification Date:
2024-10-26 @ 3:43 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06655792
Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Last Update Posted:
None
First Post:
2024-10-22
Brief Title:
Destigmatization Among Primary Health Care Providers
Sponsor:
None
Organization:
None
Study Overview
Official Title:
Effectiveness of an Educational Program for Destigmatization Among Primary Health Care Providers
Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Status Verified Date:
2024-10
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
No
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to learn if an educational program can reduce stigma toward mental illness among primary health care providers The main questions it aims to answer are
Does the educational program decrease stigma toward mental illness among participants
How does the program improve knowledge about mental illness
What beliefs about mental illness do participants hold before and after the program Researcher will compare the intervention group who will receive the educational program to a control group that will not receive the program to see if the educational program is effective in reducing stigma and improving knowledge
Participants will
Attend educational sessions designed to increase awareness and understanding of mental illness
Complete questionnaires about their attitudes beliefs and knowledge regarding mental illness before and after the program
Provide demographic information and professional background details
Does the educational program decrease stigma toward mental illness among participants
How does the program improve knowledge about mental illness
What beliefs about mental illness do participants hold before and after the program Researcher will compare the intervention group who will receive the educational program to a control group that will not receive the program to see if the educational program is effective in reducing stigma and improving knowledge
Participants will
Attend educational sessions designed to increase awareness and understanding of mental illness
Complete questionnaires about their attitudes beliefs and knowledge regarding mental illness before and after the program
Provide demographic information and professional background details
Detailed Description:
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational program designed to reduce stigma toward mental illness among primary health care providers in Kirkuk Iraq Given the critical role healthcare providers play in identifying and supporting individuals with mental health issues addressing stigma is essential for improving mental health care delivery
Study Design The study will utilize a randomized controlled trial RCT design with participants assigned to either an intervention group that receives the educational program or a control group that does not This design will allow for a comparison of outcomes between the two groups
Participants Participants will include healthcare providers working in primary health care centers specifically from the psychosocial health promotion and school health units A total of 18 centers will be selected through systematic sampling to ensure a representative sample
Intervention The educational program will consist of interactive sessions that cover topics such as the nature of mental illness its impact on individuals and families effective communication strategies and methods for providing empathetic care The program will be delivered over eight sessions including both lectures and group discussions to facilitate engagement and learning
Outcomes The primary outcomes will include
Changes in stigma levels assessed through the Opening Minds Scale for Health Care Providers OMS-HC
Changes in knowledge about mental health evaluated using the Mental Health Knowledge Questionnaire MHKQ
Beliefs about mental illness measured through the Mental Illness Belief Inventory MIBI
Reported and intended behaviors toward individuals with mental health problems assessed using the Reported and Intended Behaviour Scale
Data will be collected at three time points pre-intervention post-intervention and at a follow-up stage to assess the sustainability of the programs effects
Data Analysis Statistical analyses will be conducted to compare pre- and post-intervention results between the intervention and control groups Changes in stigma knowledge and beliefs will be analyzed to determine the programs overall effectiveness
Significance By evaluating the impact of this educational program the study aims to provide evidence-based recommendations for training healthcare providers in culturally sensitive mental health care practices Ultimately the findings could lead to improved mental health outcomes in the community by fostering a more supportive environment for individuals experiencing mental health issues
Study Design The study will utilize a randomized controlled trial RCT design with participants assigned to either an intervention group that receives the educational program or a control group that does not This design will allow for a comparison of outcomes between the two groups
Participants Participants will include healthcare providers working in primary health care centers specifically from the psychosocial health promotion and school health units A total of 18 centers will be selected through systematic sampling to ensure a representative sample
Intervention The educational program will consist of interactive sessions that cover topics such as the nature of mental illness its impact on individuals and families effective communication strategies and methods for providing empathetic care The program will be delivered over eight sessions including both lectures and group discussions to facilitate engagement and learning
Outcomes The primary outcomes will include
Changes in stigma levels assessed through the Opening Minds Scale for Health Care Providers OMS-HC
Changes in knowledge about mental health evaluated using the Mental Health Knowledge Questionnaire MHKQ
Beliefs about mental illness measured through the Mental Illness Belief Inventory MIBI
Reported and intended behaviors toward individuals with mental health problems assessed using the Reported and Intended Behaviour Scale
Data will be collected at three time points pre-intervention post-intervention and at a follow-up stage to assess the sustainability of the programs effects
Data Analysis Statistical analyses will be conducted to compare pre- and post-intervention results between the intervention and control groups Changes in stigma knowledge and beliefs will be analyzed to determine the programs overall effectiveness
Significance By evaluating the impact of this educational program the study aims to provide evidence-based recommendations for training healthcare providers in culturally sensitive mental health care practices Ultimately the findings could lead to improved mental health outcomes in the community by fostering a more supportive environment for individuals experiencing mental health issues
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
None
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
None
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?:
None