Table 3.
Difference between baseline and post-intervention attitude and practices in study participants
| Associated Factors | Pretest frequency Agree with the fact (%) | Posttest frequency Agree with the fact (%) | Difference in % | McNemar’s test P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | 1. They can go to temple during menses and touch pickle | 31 (39.7) | 56 (71.8) | 32.1 | <0.001** |
| 2. Can run and play | 29 (37.2) | 59 (75.6) | 38.4 | <0.001** | |
| 3. Open to talk about menses | 60 (76.9) | 75 (96.2) | 19.3 | <0.001** | |
| 4. They can wash their hair and bathe daily. | 66 (84.6) | 70 (89.7) | 5.1 | 0.481 | |
| Yes | Yes | Difference % | |||
| Practice | 1. Consults a doctor if menstrual problems are there | 62 (79.5) | 72 (92.3) | 12.8 | 0.052 |
| 2. Absorbent used during menses (sanitary pads) | 67 (85.9) | 74 (94.9) | 9 | 0.065 | |
| 3. Duration of changing sanitary pads (3-4 times/day) | 66 (84.6) | 70 (89.7) | 5.1 | 0.481 | |
| 4. Disposed pads correctly (wrapped in a paper and throw in dustbin) | 63 (80.8) | 71 (91) | 10.2 | 0.077 | |
**P < 0.001, statistically highly significant