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Are peer educators really peers?

Amy Badura Brack1, Michele Millard, Kinjal Shah

  • 1Department of Psychology, Creighton University, Omaha, NE 68178, USA. abadura@creighton.edu

Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|April 11, 2008
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Summary

Peer educators exhibit higher self-esteem and leadership skills, with fewer risky behaviors, compared to college students. Despite these differences, their shared values and temperaments confirm their role as effective peers and role models.

Area of Science:

  • Health Education
  • Social Psychology

Background:

  • Peer education is a widely used strategy in health promotion.
  • Understanding the characteristics of effective peer educators is crucial for program success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess if peer educators are perceived as true peers by their target audience.
  • To compare the personal qualities of peer educators with those of general college students.

Main Methods:

  • A comparative study involving 28 peer educators and 28 college students.
  • Self-report surveys were utilized to gather data on personal qualities.

Main Results:

  • Prospective peer educators demonstrated higher self-esteem, enhanced leadership skills, and engaged in fewer risky health behaviors.

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  • No significant differences were found in personal values and personality temperament between peer educators and their peers.

    • Conclusions:

    • Peer educators possess distinct leadership qualities and healthier behaviors, yet share core values and temperaments with their audience.
    • These shared traits position peer educators as relatable role models and authentic peers, enhancing their program effectiveness.