International Journal of Innovative Research in Health Science

Background: Trauma leading to road traffic injuries is a significant public health concern across all regions of the world and is among the primary causes of mortality and morbidity among the adolescent population. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the Impact of an Educational Programme on Road Safety Knowledge and Attitudinal Change in Adolescents. Methodology: The present study selected a preexperimental one-group pre-test and post-test research design. The research was conducted at the chosen secondary schools, and it engaged 80 adolescents who were chosen through convenience sampling. Results: The findings revealed that the mean pre-test knowledge and attitude scores were low, indicating inadequate awareness and unfavourable attitudes toward road safety among the participants. The paired t test showed a statistically significant difference. (p < 0.05) confirming the effectiveness of the intervention. Conclusion: The study concludes that educational programmes are effective in improving knowledge and attitude regarding road safety among adolescents and recommends their incorporation into routine school health education to promote safer road practices.