The Effectiveness of Motion Graphic Media in Enhancing Adolescents' Knowledge And Attitudes Regarding Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that arises when the body is unable to regulate blood glucose levels effectively. The causes of diabetes mellitus are multifactorial, encompassing factors such as age, weight, family history, and lifestyle choices. A lack of knowledge and awareness among adolescents regarding diabetes mellitus may contribute to the rising incidence of the disease. Motion graphic media, as an audiovisual medium, presents information in a format that can be both seen and heard, making it a potentially effective tool for education. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of motion graphic media in enhancing the knowledge and attitudes of students at SMA Negeri 6 Surakarta towards diabetes mellitus.

Methods: This research employs a quantitative design with a control group pre-test post-test approach. The study uses cluster random sampling, and data analysis is conducted using Paired T-tests and One-Way ANOVA.

Results: The intervention group demonstrated a significant increase in knowledge, with a mean improvement of 5.13 (Paired T-test p-value = 0.000, <0.05), while the control group showed a smaller increase of 0.43 (Paired T-test p-value = 0.018, <0.05). For attitude, the One-Way ANOVA test indicated no significant difference in pre-test results between the intervention and control groups (p-value = 0.634, >0.05). However, post-test results revealed a significant difference between the two groups (p-value = 0.000, <0.05).

Conclusion: Motion graphic media is an effective tool for enhancing the knowledge and attitudes of students at SMA Negeri 6 Surakarta regarding diabetes mellitus.