Menstruel Cycle Knowledge Questionnaite

NCT07766577 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 11
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 120
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Menstrual health is an important component of women's physical, mental, and social well-being. Adequate knowledge of the menstrual cycle is essential for distinguishing between normal and abnormal menstrual patterns, facilitating the early recognition of potential health problems, and promoting appropriate health behaviors. This is particularly important for female athletes, given the high prevalence of menstrual disturbances and the potential influence of the menstrual cycle on physical symptoms, mood, and athletic performance. However, validated and standardized tools for assessing menstrual cycle knowledge are limited in the Turkish literature. The Menstrual Cycle Knowledge Questionnaire (MCKQ) is a 12-item instrument specifically developed to assess knowledge of the menstrual cycle. This study aims to culturally adapt the MCKQ into Turkish and evaluate the validity and reliability of the Turkish version among both sedentary and physically active women, thereby providing a standardized assessment tool for use in the Turkish population.

Conditions

This Study Aims to Adapt the Menstrual Cycle Knowledge Questionnaire (MCKQ) Into Turkish and Evaluate Its Validity and Reliability Among Female Athletes

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Menstrual Cycle Knowledge Questionnaire

  Baseline

• Menstruel Cycle Knowledge Questionnaire

  15 days

Other Outcomes (2)

• Health Literacy in Sport Scale

  Baseline

• Menstrual Symptom Questionnaire

  Baseline

Interventions

Menstrual Cycle Knowledge Questionanire OTHER

Participants will complete a sociodemographic and menstrual characteristics assessment form, the Turkish version of the 12-item Menstrual Cycle Knowledge Questionnaire (MCKQ), and the Menstrual Symptom Questionnaire (MSQ). In addition, female athletes will complete the Health Literacy in Sports Scale. The MCKQ will be administered again after two weeks to assess test-retest reliability. The collected data will be used to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the MCKQ and its relationships with menstrual symptoms and health literacy.

Menstrual Symptom Scale OTHER

The severity of menstrual symptoms will be assessed using the Turkish version of the Menstrual Symptom Questionnaire (MSQ). The Turkish version consists of 22 items rated on a 5-point Likert scale and includes three subscales: Negative Effects/Somatic Complaints, Pain Symptoms, and Coping Methods. Each item is scored from 1 (never) to 5 (always). Higher scores indicate greater menstrual symptom severity.

Health Literacy in Sports OTHER

Health literacy will be assessed among female athletes using the Health Literacy in Sports Scale. The scale consists of 18 items and three subscales: Healthy Lifestyle Behavior and Nutrition, First Aid Knowledge and Skills in Sports, and Healthy Environment in Sports. Each item is rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree), with no reverse-scored items. The total score ranges from 18 to 90, with higher scores indicating higher levels of health literacy. Scores of 18-36, 37-71, and 72-90 indicate low, moderate, and high health literacy, respectively.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 16 Years - 35 Years
• Sex: female
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Child (0-17), Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population will consist of female athletes and sedentary women aged 16-35 years who meet the eligibility criteria and voluntarily agree to participate in the study. Female athletes will be licensed competitive athletes participating in sports for at least 5 hours per week.

You may qualify if:

• Being between 16 and 35 years of age
• Being willing to participate in the study
• Being able to read and write in Turkish and having sufficient language proficiency to understand the questionnaires used in the study
• Participating in sports for at least 5 hours per week
• Being a licensed athlete who participates in competitive sports

You may not qualify if:

• Having a history of psychiatric disorders that may affect cognitive functioning (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe depression, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder)
• Having insufficient proficiency in reading and understanding Turkish

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Biruni University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Biruni University

Zeytinburnu, Istanbul, 34103, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Related Publications (13)

• Güvenç, G., Seven, M., & Akyüz, A. (2014). Menstrüasyon Semptom Ölçeği'nin Türkçe'ye Uyarlanması. TAF Preventive Medicine Bulletin, 13(5).

  RESULT

• Koç, H., & Karadağ, A. (2025). Sağlık Okuryazarlığı: Sporda Sağlık Okuryazarlığı Üzerine Ölçek Geliştirme Çalışması. Spormetre Beden Eğitimi ve Spor Bilimleri Dergisi, 23(1), 84-97

  RESULT

• Chesney MA, Tasto DL. The development of the menstrual symptom questionnaire. Behav Res Ther. 1975 Oct;13(4):237-44. doi: 10.1016/0005-7967(75)90028-5. No abstract available.

  PMID: 1238078 RESULT

• Fischer K, Kirschbaum EM, Nikoleizig L, Lautenbach F, McGawley K, Elbe AM. The Development and Validation of a Questionnaire That Assesses Female Athletes' and Coaches' Knowledge of the Menstrual Cycle. Eur J Sport Sci. 2025 Sep;25(9):e70019. doi: 10.1002/ejsc.70019.

  PMID: 40848291 RESULT

• Yilmaz MP, Yilmaz I, Ozdemir II, Dagci S, Guleroglu FY, Cetin A. Cross-Cultural adaptation and validation of adolescent menstrual bleeding questionnaire in a Turkish sample. BMC Womens Health. 2025 Jul 9;25(1):340. doi: 10.1186/s12905-025-03889-8.

  PMID: 40634899 RESULT

• Firat MZ, Kulakac O, Oncel S, Akcan A. Menstrual Attitude Questionnaire: confirmatory and exploratory factor analysis with Turkish samples. J Adv Nurs. 2009 Mar;65(3):652-62. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2648.2008.04919.x.

  PMID: 19222663 RESULT

• Brown N, Knight CJ, Forrest Nee Whyte LJ. Elite female athletes' experiences and perceptions of the menstrual cycle on training and sport performance. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2021 Jan;31(1):52-69. doi: 10.1111/sms.13818. Epub 2020 Sep 19.

  PMID: 32881097 RESULT

• Taim BC, O Cathain C, Renard M, Elliott-Sale KJ, Madigan S, Ni Cheilleachair N. The Prevalence of Menstrual Cycle Disorders and Menstrual Cycle-Related Symptoms in Female Athletes: A Systematic Literature Review. Sports Med. 2023 Oct;53(10):1963-1984. doi: 10.1007/s40279-023-01871-8. Epub 2023 Jun 30.

  PMID: 37389782 RESULT

• Gimunova M, Paulinyova A, Bernacikova M, Paludo AC. The Prevalence of Menstrual Cycle Disorders in Female Athletes from Different Sports Disciplines: A Rapid Review. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Oct 31;19(21):14243. doi: 10.3390/ijerph192114243.

  PMID: 36361122 RESULT

• Hansen A, Bayes J, Schloss J. Empowering Women Through Knowledge: A Systematic Review of Literature on Menstrual and Reproductive Health Literacy. Health Equity. 2025 Aug 14;9(1):357-374. doi: 10.1177/24731242251363080. eCollection 2025.

  PMID: 40918617 RESULT

• McGawley K, Sargent D, Noordhof D, Badenhorst CE, Julian R, Govus AD. Improving menstrual health literacy in sport. J Sci Med Sport. 2023 Jul;26(7):351-357. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2023.06.007. Epub 2023 Jun 22.

  PMID: 37407335 RESULT

• Raney EC. Menstrual health matters. Period. J Am Pharm Assoc (2003). 2024 Jan-Feb;64(1):222-225. doi: 10.1016/j.japh.2023.11.004. Epub 2023 Nov 7.

  PMID: 37940100 RESULT

• Hennegan J, Winkler IT, Bobel C, Keiser D, Hampton J, Larsson G, Chandra-Mouli V, Plesons M, Mahon T. Menstrual health: a definition for policy, practice, and research. Sex Reprod Health Matters. 2021 Dec;29(1):1911618. doi: 10.1080/26410397.2021.1911618.

  PMID: 33910492 RESULT

MeSH Terms

Interventions

Health Literacy

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Consumer Health Information; Health Education; Preventive Health Services; Health Services; Health Care Facilities Workforce and Services

Central Study Contacts

B.Beril Kılıç

CONTACT

05069496158; fztbkilic@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Target Duration: 15 Days
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Asistant professor

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: August 11, 2026
• First Posted: August 14, 2026
• Study Start (Estimated): August 15, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): September 10, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): September 12, 2026
• Last Updated: August 14, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-08

Locations

TU (1)