iarjmcrIARJMCRIARJMCR2709-3220https://doi.org/10.47310/iarjmcr.2023.v04i01.008Understanding about Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) among School Going Adolescent Girls of Hilly state of Northern IndiaKamnaPatialSanchitaSinglaBackground: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder which affects the adolescent girls. It affects 5% to 10% of women in their reproductive age. Awareness and accurate diagnosis is the first step in managing PCOS as it improves quality of life of the patient. This study aimed to determine the awareness about PCOS among school going adolescent girls of Himachal Prades. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional survey among school going adolescents girls of the state of Himachal Pradesh was carried out between October 2022 to December 2022 utilising a Google form. Up until 400 replies were gathered, the Google form was distributed among school going adolescents children for responses via online means like email and social media platforms like Whatsapp groups, Facebook, Instagram and Linkedin. We collected data on their socio-demographic traits and awareness about PCOS. Epi info v7 software was used to evaluate the data using the necessary statistical tests. Results: The study included 400 School Going Adolescents Girls. The participants' average age was 15.2±5.4 years. In the present study, 24.5% (98) participants had very good knowledge (16-20 marks) towards Polycystic ovarian syndrome, 30.25% (121) had good knowledge (12-15 marks), 34.0 % (136) had fair knowledge (8-11 marks) and 11.25% (45) having poor knowledge (<8 marks). Conclusion: According to the study's findings, adolescent girl’s children have an average level of personal awareness and knowledge about PCOS. Thorough knowledge of the disorder and counseling for adolescent girls should be included in the curriculum which will provide awareness towards the disorder and lifestyle modification.