This study aims to evaluate the effect of a Health Belief Model (HBM)-based disaster education program on general disaster preparedness beliefs and disaster preparedness levels among parents of children with special needs. Children with special healthcare and developmental needs are particularly vulnerable during disasters, and parental readiness plays a critical role in mitigating risks. The study is designed as a quasi-experimental (or randomized controlled) interventional trial with an intervention and a control group to determine whether structured, model-based training improves preparedness behaviors and disaster beliefs among parents.
Being between 18 and 65 years of age
Being a parent or primary caregiver of a child with special health care needs
Having received no prior formal training or education on disaster preparedness
Having adequate communication skills to conduct interviews (e.g., having no severe hearing or speech impairments)
Having a diagnosed mental/psychiatric disorder prior to or during the study period
Parallel
Health Belief Model -Based Disaster Education
BehavioralA 5-week structured disaster preparedness education program based on the Health Belief Model, covering disaster risks, preparedness behaviors, individual emergency planning, and safety measures tailored for parents of children with special needs.
Change in General Disaster Preparedness Beliefs Scale Score
Assessed using the General Disaster Preparedness Beliefs Scale based on the Health Belief Model. Evaluates perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, and self-efficacy regarding disaster preparedness. Higher scores indicate higher preparedness beliefs.
Change in Disaster Preparedness Level Score
Assessed using the Disaster Preparedness Scale to evaluate physical and cognitive preparedness behaviors, emergency planning, and safety precautions among parents. Higher scores indicate higher readiness levels.
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