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Marija Čatipović1, Branka Pirija1, Martina Marković1
11Marija Čatipović Specialist Pediatric Office, Bjelovar, Croatia; 2Branka Pirija Specialist Pediatric Office, Kutina, Croatia; 3Feniks Healthcare Institution, Bjelovar, Croatia; 4UNICEF Office for Croatia, Zagreb, Croatia.
Universal breastfeeding knowledge and intention among secondary students are insufficient. A structured educational program is proposed to improve informed decisions about breastfeeding in adulthood.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
- Maternal Health
Background:
- Breastfeeding significantly improves child and maternal health, reducing mortality and economic burdens.
- Current breastfeeding education in secondary schools is inadequate for informed decision-making.
- Adolescent knowledge and intentions regarding breastfeeding are crucial for future public health outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the knowledge and intention to breastfeed among third-year secondary school students.
- To evaluate the need for a structured, unique educational program on breastfeeding in secondary schools.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 252 third-year secondary school students from four high schools.
- Data collected via an online questionnaire assessing breastfeeding knowledge and intention.
- Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Kruskal-Wallis test, chi-squared test, and logistic regression.
Main Results:
- Significant variations in breastfeeding knowledge and intention were observed among students from different schools.
- Students demonstrated insufficient knowledge, hindering informed decisions about breastfeeding.
- Existing information provided by schools does not adequately prepare students for future breastfeeding choices.
Conclusions:
- Secondary school students possess inadequate breastfeeding knowledge and intention.
- A unique, structured educational program on breastfeeding is essential for secondary schools.
- Implementing such programs can empower students to make informed decisions about breastfeeding in adulthood.
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