• Ranjitha J S
• Mrs Shruthi Y

Background: Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a well-established treatment for certain psychiatric conditions, yet it remains surrounded by misconceptions and stigma. Nursing students, as future healthcare professionals, play a crucial role in the administration and advocacy of ECT. Assessing their knowledge and attitudes towards ECT is essential to ensure they are well-prepared to support patients undergoing this treatment. Objectives: 1. To assess the current level of knowledge regarding ECT among IIIrd year B.Sc nursing students in selected nursing colleges in Tumkur. 2. To Assess the attitudes of these students towards ECT. 3. To find out correlation between knowledge and attitude regarding electroconvulsive therapy among IIIrd year B.Sc nursing students at selected nursing colleges in Tumkur. 4. To determine association between knowledge and attitude regarding electro convulsive therapy with selected demographical variables. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study will be conducted among IIIrd year B.Sc nursing students in selected nursing colleges in Tumkur. A structured questionnaire will be used to collect data on students' knowledge and attitudes towards ECT. The questionnaire will cover various aspects of ECT, including its indications, procedures, benefits, and side effects. Attitudinal assessment will include scales measuring stigma, fear, and willingness to participate in ECT procedures. Sample: The study will include a representative sample of IIIrd year B.Sc nursing students from selected nursing colleges in Tumkur. A random sampling method will be employed to ensure diversity in the sample. Results: The study is expected to reveal gaps in knowledge and prevalent misconceptions about ECT among nursing students. It will also identify areas where attitudes may be negatively influenced by these knowledge gaps. Conclusion: The findings of this study will inform the development of an information booklet tailored to address the specific knowledge deficits and attitudinal barriers identified. This booklet aims to enhance the understanding of ECT among nursing students, ultimately contributing to better patient care and advocacy. Implications for Nursing Education: This study highlights the importance of incorporating comprehensive ECT education into the nursing curriculum. By equipping future nurses with accurate information and positive attitudes towards ECT, the overall quality of mental health care can be improved.

Key words Nursing students, ECT, knowledge, attitude, demonstration method, information booklet

"“A study to assess the knowledge and attitude Regarding electro convulsive therapy among 3rd Year b.sc nursing students at selected nursing Colleges in tumkur witha view to develop an Information booklet’’.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.i545-i559, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406861.pdf

"“A study to assess the knowledge and attitude Regarding electro convulsive therapy among 3rd Year b.sc nursing students at selected nursing Colleges in tumkur witha view to develop an Information booklet’’.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppi545-i559, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406861.pdf