Overview

Aim: This research is being designed to determine the effect of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) education given to women on their quality of life. In this context, the aim of the project is; The aim is to determine the impact of the education given to women with PCOS on the quality of life of the training given to women with the disease, such as psychosocial and emotional status, fertility, sexual function, obesity and menstrual irregularity, and hair growth.

Method: Within the scope of this research, quantitative research method is used as the research method. In addition, it is planned as a randomized controlled quasi-experimental, which is one of the quantitative research methods. In calculating the sample size, type 1 error, research power and effect size parameters are determined before the research begins. Studies generally need to have at least 80% power. In order to find a significant difference, it is calculated that there should be at least 30 students in each group at 80% power and 95% confidence level. Considering the possible risks, it is planned to include 70 women in total in 2 groups (study and control), with 35 women in each group. All individuals who want to respond to the survey are included in the sample. The process of finding a subject continues until the desired size is reached. In addition, during the data collection process, participants were asked; They are asked whether they are diagnosed with PCOS and those who answer "yes" are included in the sample. Within the scope of the research, the voluntariness of the participants is essential and both written and verbal consents are obtained from each participant through an informed consent form. "Personal Information Form" and "Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Quality of Life-50 Scale" created by the researchers were used as data collection tools.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

        Individuals who are over 18 years of age, open to communication, diagnosed with PCOS, have
        no mental problems that require treatment, have no physical, mental or five sense
        disabilities, speak Turkish and can read and write, and volunteer to participate in the
        study.
        Exclusion Criteria:
        Individuals who are under 18 years old, not open to communication, diagnosed with PCOS,
        require treatment for significant mental health issues, have physical, mental, or sensory
        impairments, cannot speak or read and write Turkish, and are not willing to participate in
        the study.