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NCT Number: NCT07407907

Effect of IMB Model-Based Education for Women With Menopausal Hot Flashes

This study was conducted to examine the effect of an education program based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) Model on the level of hot flashes, overall menopausal symptoms, and quality of life in women experiencing hot flashes during the menopausal period.

The study consisted of an intervention group and a control group. The intervention group received a structured education program based on the IMB Model, while no education, counseling, or care intervention was provided to the control group. Both groups were assessed at baseline, and at the 1st and 3rd months following the intervention.

It is expected that the findings obtained from this study will demonstrate the effectiveness of IMB Model-based education in the management of menopausal vasomotor symptoms and contribute to the development of evidence-based nursing practices for women during the menopausal period.

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Key information

Conditions

Menopausal Hot Flashes Adherence Interventions Behavior Health Behavior Health Education Hot Flashes Medication Adherence Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Patient Acceptance of Health Care Patient Compliance Signs and Symptoms Treatment Adherence and Compliance

Age range

44 year–60 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Cumhuriyet University Health Services Application and Research Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynecology Outpatient Clinic

Sivas, 58000, Turkey (Türkiye)

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

Women aged between 44 and 60 years.

Women in the perimenopausal or postmenopausal period.

A score of ≥ 10 on the Menopause-Specific Hot Flash Scale.

No diagnosis of severe chronic disease and no regular medication use related to such conditions.

Not receiving Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

No diagnosed mental disorder requiring medical treatment.

Able to read, write, speak, and understand Turkish, with no language barriers.

Willingness to participate in the study and provision of voluntary informed consent.

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Exclusion criteria

Not meeting the inclusion criteria.

Initiation of Hormone Replacement Therapy during the study period.

Refusal to participate in the study.

Occurrence of an unexpected acute illness during the study period.

Withdrawal from the study at any stage by personal choice.

Incomplete completion of study questionnaires or forms after enrollment.

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Treatment and study plan

IMB Model-Based Education Program

Behavioral

A structured education program based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) model was delivered to women experiencing hot flashes during menopause. The intervention aimed to enhance participants' knowledge, motivation, and behavioral skills related to the management of menopausal hot flashes. The educational content included information on the physiology of hot flashes, lifestyle modifications, symptom management strategies, coping techniques, and skills to support healthy behaviors. The program was delivered through planned educational sessions.

Primary outcomes

  1. Hot Flash-Related Daily Interference

    Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention), 1 month, and 3 months

    Hot flash-related daily interference was assessed using the Hot Flash Related Daily Interference Scale, which evaluates the extent to which hot flashes interfere with daily activities and quality of life.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Hot Flush Beliefs

    Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention), 1 month, and 3 months

    Hot flush-related beliefs were assessed using the Hot Flush Beliefs Scale (HFBS), which evaluates women's cognitive beliefs and perceptions related to hot flashes.

  2. Menopause-Specific Quality of Life

    Time frame: Baseline (pre-intervention), 1 month, and 3 months

    Menopause-specific quality of life was assessed using the Menopause-Specific Quality of Life Scale, which evaluates the impact of menopausal symptoms on women's physical, psychological, and social well-being.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Marmara University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of the Education Provided Based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model in Women Experiencing Hot Flashes During Menopause

Acronym: IMB

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2026
First posted
Feb 12, 2026
Registry last updated
Feb 12, 2026

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