The effectiveness of Reprofitstacko as an educational game innovation related to sexuality education for urban adolescent females

Abstract

Sexuality education in Indonesian high schools is a complex issue influenced by cultural, religious, and educational frameworks. One of the primary issues affecting adolescents is the lack of access to comprehensive sexual health education. Education empowers individuals, particularly females, to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health, thereby improving health outcomes for future generations. In addition, school-based nutrition education programs have been shown to improve adolescents' nutrition-related knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours. Interactive and participatory learning methods, such as games, can enhance engagement and retention of information, this study aims to determine the effectiveness of the educational game “Reprofitstacko” related to sexual and nutritional education in adolescent females. A quasi-experimental study was conducted from July to August 2024 in 2 vocational high schools in Malang City. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The number of samples in this study amounted to 70 female students. The provision of sexual education to young female aged 15-19 is crucial for promoting their reproductive health and empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their sexual lives. Comprehensive health education programs should address not only physical health but also cognitive and emotional well-being. Incorporating topics such as nutrition, mental health, and healthy relationships into school curricula can empower adolescents with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions. In this study, the educational game “Reprofitstacko” in urban adolescent female has a significant relationship between age and Sexuality and sexual behaviours and Nutrition.