A Pilot Randomized Controlled Study to Examine Feasibility and Preliminary Effectiveness of a Game-based Intervention in Promoting HPV Vaccination Among Vulnerable Youth to Prevent Cancers
Summary
This proposed study aims to conduct timely research that promotes vaccine confidence and vaccination of one strongly recommended vaccine with suboptimal uptake rates: Human papillomavirus (HPV) in vulnerable and underserved youth aged 11-14.
Detailed description
The study objectives are: Objective 1: Assess feasibility (participation rate, retention, involvement, satisfaction) of one game-based interventions targeting HPV vaccination. Objective 2: Conduct a pilot RCT with three conditions (Arm 1: HPV game-based intervention; Arm 2: usual care). The investigators will explore patterns of pre- to post-intervention change in theoretical mediators and vaccine intent, and explore levels of vaccine intent and uptake in 90 parent-child dyads of unvaccinated youth aged 11-14.
Arms & interventions
- Behavioralvaccination game
A health game to promote HPV vaccination among youth
Outcome measures
Primary
Percentage of eligible individuals agreeing to participate
Assessed by the % of eligible individuals agreeing to participate
Time frame: T0 (occurs after consenting and before assigning to different study conditions)
Proportion of participants who are retained through follow-up
Assessed by the % of participants who are retained through follow-up
Time frame: T2 (occurs two months after completion of the intervention)
Percentage of participants who complete the intervention and assessments
Assessed by the % of participants who complete the intervention and assessments
Time frame: T2 (occurs two months after completion of the intervention)
Participant satisfaction with the project
Assessed by two Likert scale questions: (1) are you satisfied with the program? (2) Will you recommend this program to others? Responses: from (1) very dissatisfied/definitely not to (5) very satisfied/definitely yes)
Time frame: T2 (occurs two months after completion of the intervention)
Intention to vaccinate the children against HPV
Assessed by a Likert scale question: How likely will you (parent) vaccinate your child against HPV? Responses: (0) no; (1) maybe; (2) yes
Time frame: T0 (occurs after consenting and before assigning to different study conditions); T1 (occurs immediately post intervention);T2 (occurs two months after completion of the intervention)
Secondary
Children receives the first dose of HPV vaccine
Time frame: T2 (occurs two months after completion of the intervention)
Eligibility criteria
Study locations (1)
Community
Chandler, Arizona, 85224