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NCT Number: NCT07770009

The Role and Awareness of Mothers in Home Accidents Among Children Aged 0-3

When considering developmental stages, children are the most vulnerable, the most in need of care, and the ones who require the most affection. The overall well-being of children is crucial for the development of the society in which they live. Children, who are influenced by physical, social, and cultural conditions, are particularly exposed to various accident risks, especially in the home environment. Children in the 0-3 age group, who spend most of their time at home, constitute the group with the highest accident rate due to their curiosity about exploring their surroundings, their constant movement, their lack of experience with dangers and risks, their tendency to imitate adults, and their insufficient development of the skills needed to protect themselves from accidents. Research indicates that numerous factors contribute to the occurrence of home accidents involving children. The child's age, gender, the family's socioeconomic status, the parents' educational background, and environmental factors play a decisive role in the occurrence of these accidents. It is the parents' responsibility to protect the child from any potential risks. By understanding the physical and mental developmental stages appropriate for the child's age, parents can anticipate and prevent potential hazards and unsafe situations. Mothers, who are primarily responsible for the care of children, play a key role in preventing home accidents. A mother's educational level, perception of accidents, and level of knowledge on the subject directly influence the child's risk of exposure to accidents. The safety measures mothers take regarding home accidents are a decisive factor in reducing the risks children may face within the home. While studies on home accidents exist in the literature, they are not sufficiently comprehensive. The aim of this study is to determine the frequency of home accidents among children aged 0-3 and the factors associated with these accidents; to evaluate mothers' attitudes and behaviors regarding this issue; and to identify potential risks. This study will serve as a guide in determining the extent to which mothers' awareness and the safety measures they implement for children aged 0-3 who have experienced home accidents influence the frequency of such accidents.

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Key information

Conditions

Accidents,Home Child

Age range

18 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Siirt Training and Research Hospital

Siirt, 56100, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Although there are studies on home accidents in the literature, they are not sufficiently comprehensive. The aim of this study is to determine the frequency of home accidents among children aged 0-3 years and the factors associated with these accidents; to assess mothers' attitudes and behaviors regarding this issue; and to identify potential risks. This study will provide guidance on determining the extent to which mothers' awareness and the precautions they take for children aged 0-3 who have experienced home accidents influence the frequency of such accidents.

The primary objective of this study is to determine the role of maternal awareness in preventing home accidents among children aged 0-3; to assess mothers' knowledge, attitudes, and awareness regarding home accidents; to identify risk factors that may lead to accidents; and to develop effective preventive measures and recommendations to raise awareness accordingly.

This study is unique in that it comprehensively examines the decisive role of maternal awareness in preventing home accidents among children aged 0-3 years. While the existing literature typically examines home accidents or child safety issues separately, this study evaluates risk factors, mothers' awareness levels, and preventive measures taken collectively. Additionally, by revealing the relationship between mothers' awareness levels and the incidence of home accidents, the study offers a new perspective on preventive health behaviors.

The study will be conducted with the mothers of children aged 0-3 years who are hospitalized for any reason in the Neonatal Ward, Pediatric Ward, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Siirt Training and Research Hospital. As part of the study, a structured educational program aimed at preventing home accidents will be implemented for mothers in the intervention group. The program consists of a total of 4 sessions, each lasting 30 minutes. The sessions will be conducted in person using slide presentations and educational brochures. The sessions will be led by the researcher in a suitable environment free from distractions. The training program is designed to identify risk factors, establish a safe home environment, foster safe behaviors, and increase awareness of emergency situations and basic first aid. The training is scheduled to take place once a week for four weeks, in 30-minute sessions.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • The mother must be 18 years of age or older.
  • The mother's ability to read, write, and understand Turkish.
  • Having agreed to participate in the study on a voluntary basis and having provided written informed consent.

Exclusion criteria

  • The mother has a serious communication impairment (such as severe hearing, speech, or cognitive impairment).
  • The mother has an acute, serious mental or physical illness, or her child does, and as a result, she is unable to attend school
  • Having previously participated in a similar training program (as this could undermine the study's effectiveness)
  • Wanting to leave the study during training or testing sessions

Treatment and study plan

Home Accident Prevention Training

Behavioral

A comprehensive educational program aimed at preventing home accidents has been organized for mothers of children aged 0-3.

Primary outcomes

  1. Change in Maternal Home Accident Awareness Scale Score

    Time frame: Baseline and 4 weeks after the educational intervention.

    Total score (points) obtained from the Mother Home Accident Awareness Scale. Higher scores indicate greater awareness regarding home accidents and their prevention.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Change in the Score of the Scale to Determine Safety Measures Taken by Mothers to Prevent Home Accidents Among Children Aged 0-6 Years

    Time frame: The period from baseline up to 4 weeks after the educational intervention.

    Total score (points) obtained from the Scale for Identifying Safety Measures Taken by Mothers to Prevent Home Accidents in Children Aged 0-6 Years. Higher scores indicate better identification and implementation of home safety measures.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Yuzuncu Yil University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Role of Maternal Awareness in Preventing Home Accidents Among Children Aged 0-3: Risks, Level of Awareness, and Preventive Measures

Important dates

Study start
2026
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Aug 18, 2026
Registry last updated
Aug 18, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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