Sami, Minahil
(2024)
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Evaluation of a Caries Education Program in A Trauma Affected Community.
Master Essay, University of Pittsburgh.
Abstract
Objective. The health of trauma affected communities can be a complex and a multifaceted issue with various contributing factors such as physical health challenges, mental health issues, economic hardships, and social disruption. The objective of this study is to determine the effectiveness of a caries education program for individuals from a trauma affected community.
Design. A quasi-experimental pre- and post- educational intervention survey
Setting. Face-to-face educational intervention and surveys in a non-profit organization of Pittsburgh, PA , Neighborhood Resilience Project (NRP), within a Dental Health Professional Shortage Area.
Participants. Study participants were individuals from trauma affected communities over the age of 18 years old and were recruited at community events hosted by NRP. Participation was voluntary.
Method. The caries education program focused on caries prevention and progression. Baseline knowledge was assessed by a pre-program questionnaire which recorded demographic information as well as knowledge questions based on oral health, specifically focusing on caries. The program was administered by an oral health professional and consisted of a virtual presentation followed by an interactive question and answer segment. Lastly, a post-program questionnaire was administered which contained the same knowledge questions as the pre-program assessment to evaluate knowledge gained.
Results: A total of 38 responses were collected between June 2023 to November 2023. Data analysis revealed no significant changes between pre- and post- intervention survey scores.
Conclusion: Currently, there is no literature about oral health knowledge for individuals in trauma affected communities. Through this study, we hoped to establish an understanding of interventions in this community to pave the way for future custom-tailored programs. Although, results of this study did not support the effectiveness of the educational intervention, the limitations of this program help to transform future interventions.
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Other Thesis, Dissertation, or Long Paper
(Master Essay)
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Unpublished |
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| Contributors: |
| Contribution | Contributors Name | Email | Pitt Username | ORCID  |
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| Committee Member | Balakrishnan, Nyla | nyb1@pitt.edu | nyb1 | UNSPECIFIED | | Committee Member | Deem, Michael | mdeem@pitt.edu | mdeem | UNSPECIFIED |
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| Date: |
21 May 2024 |
| Date Type: |
Completion |
| Submission Date: |
26 April 2024 |
| Access Restriction: |
No restriction; Release the ETD for access worldwide immediately. |
| Number of Pages: |
30 |
| Institution: |
University of Pittsburgh |
| Schools and Programs: |
School of Public Health > Multidisciplinary MPH |
| Degree: |
MPH - Master of Public Health |
| Thesis Type: |
Master Essay |
| Refereed: |
Yes |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: |
caries |
| Date Deposited: |
21 May 2024 14:34 |
| Last Modified: |
21 May 2024 14:34 |
| URI: |
http://d-scholarship.pitt.edu/id/eprint/46343 |
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