Source:CINAHL
Journal of Family Planning & Reproductive Health Care, 2009, 35 (1) p.38-40
Date of publication: January 2009
Publication type: Journal Article
In a nutshell: The objective of the study was to encourage young people to think about health, including sexual health, and access primary care appropriately and confidently. The Concept was to engage with young people before they become teenagers. This is a single introductory session for 10-year-olds with their parents. The partly structured evening is held in the surgery after it closes for other business. It includes discussion about puberty, relationships and any other health matters raised by the participants. There is an introduction to the idea of patient confidentiality. The results showed that about one-third of the invited 10-year-olds attended. Separating the genders improved attendance. Feedback suggested that young people increased their knowledge of puberty. They were more confident approaching health care staff for sexual health advice at the dedicated Young Person’s Clinic or at normal surgery. Parents reported that their children talked more openly about relationships and sex following the session. So the conclusion was that a dedicated evening for pre-teens with their parents is worthwhile in primary care.
Length of publication: 3 page article
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Acknowledgement: CINAHL
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