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AIDS: questions from fifth and sixth grade students.

S L Montauk1, D M Scoggin

  • 1Dept. of Family Medicine, University of Cincinnati, OH 45219.

The Journal of School Health
|September 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Family Medicine residents educated 5th and 6th graders about AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). This pilot program provided valuable insights into student perceptions through analyzing 400 questions on AIDS and sexuality.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health Education
  • Medical Education
  • Adolescent Health

Background:

  • Educating young students about Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is crucial but challenging.
  • Physicians in residency require practical experience in communicating sensitive health topics to diverse age groups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a pilot program where Family Medicine residents educated elementary students about AIDS.
  • To assess the effectiveness of residents as co-educators in public school settings.
  • To gain insights into student understanding and perceptions of AIDS through analyzing their questions.

Main Methods:

  • Family Medicine residents delivered an educational slideshow on AIDS to fifth and sixth graders.
  • Student questions regarding AIDS and sexuality were encouraged, recorded, and categorized.
  • The presentation process, content, and nature of student inquiries were documented.

Main Results:

  • Residents received training and practical experience in discussing AIDS with young people.
  • Teachers gained knowledge and techniques for future AIDS education.
  • Analysis of 400 student questions provided unique insights into their perceptions of AIDS and related issues.

Conclusions:

  • Utilizing resident physicians as co-educators is an effective strategy for teaching young students about AIDS.
  • This program successfully trained residents and equipped teachers with valuable educational tools.
  • Examining student-generated questions offers a unique window into adolescent understanding of health topics.

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