The Effect of Health Belief Model-Based Education and Motivational Interviewing on HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) Knowledge and Vaccine Awareness in Women

This randomized controlled trial is designed to assess the impact of education and motivational interviewing grounded in the Health Belief Model (HBM) on women's knowledge regarding HPV and awareness of the HPV vaccine. The study population consists of 18-45-year-old literate women who have not previously received HPV vaccination. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. The intervention group will receive a 3-session structured education program based on HBM constructs (perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, cues to action, and self-efficacy), supported by motivational interviewing techniques. The control group will receive no intervention. Data collection will include pre- and post-intervention assessments using a validated HPV knowledge scale and vaccine awareness questionnaire. The expected outcome is a statistically significant improvement in knowledge and awareness in the intervention group. This study aims to contribute to public health efforts in HPV prevention and vaccination promotion by utilizing a behavioral model in community education.