A Study To Assess Knowledge On Prevention And Management Of Dandruff Among Adolescents In Selected Pre- University College At Mangaluru.

Abstract

Introduction: The dandruff is one of the common skin conditions among adolescents. World 50% of the general population and is mostly seen in males than females among adolescents

Methods: A quantitative research approach was adopted to assess the knowledge on prevention and management of dandruff among adolescents. Non- probability convenience sampling technique was used to select the sample.

Result: The findings of the study that 15% of the subjects were having good knowledge, 82% were having average knowledge and 3% were having poor knowledge. There is a significant association found knowledge sore and the type of family.

Conclusion: The study revealed that there is need of awareness program for regarding prevention and management of dandruff for adolescents.