Digital literacy education for postmenopausal women
The Effect of Digital Literacy Education Given to Postmenopausal Women on Health Literacy and Quality of Life
This study tests whether teaching postmenopausal women how to use digital tools can help them find better health information and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT05659693 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the impact of digital literacy education on health literacy and quality of life among postmenopausal women. It is designed as a randomized controlled experimental study, where participants will receive digital literacy training tailored to menopause over five sessions. Data will be collected through face-to-face interviews, and various statistical methods will be employed to analyze the results. The focus is on enhancing women's ability to access and evaluate health information online, thereby improving their overall well-being during menopause.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 45 to 65 who are in the postmenopausal period and have a low digital literacy level.
Not a fit: Patients with diagnosed psychiatric disorders or cancer may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the health literacy and quality of life for postmenopausal women.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of combining digital literacy education with menopause management is novel, similar studies have shown that improving health literacy can positively impact patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 45 - 65 years old, * Being in the postmenopausal period * Using a smart phone, tablet and/or computer * Digital literacy level of 3.40 and below Exclusion Criteria: * Having a diagnosed psychiatric disorder * Having a diagnosed cancer disease * Scale item total score is in the high range between 3.41-4.20 and very high between 4.21-5.00 (Ng, 2012).
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- İstanbul university -cerrahpaşa, faculty of nursing — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: selcan bakır — Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Study coordinator: Selcan Bakır
- Email: selcanbakir244@gmail.com
- Phone: +905389586702
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.