| Sexual Knowledge and Perception and Current Status of Sex Education among Parents of First and Second Grade Elementary Schoolers. |
| Hyun Su Jin, Ho Ran Park |
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1Cardiovascular Center, The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
2College of Nursing, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea. hrpark@catholic.ac.kr |
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| Abstract |
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PURPOSE: This study was done to identify sexual knowledge and perception and current status of sex education among parents of first and second grade elementary school age children.
METHODS: Participants in the study were recruited from parents with a child in the lower grades and who resided in Seoul. From January 1 to February 28, 2011, data were collected using a self-report questionnaire. Data were analyzed using McNemer test, paired t-test, ANONA, and Scheffe test.
RESULTS: Mean sexual knowledge scores for fathers and mothers were 27.74+/-4.94, and 28.62+/-4.70 respectively.
Parent's sexual knowledge correlated with their occupation, education level, and family's monthly income.
CONCLUSION: Study results showed that both parents are aware of the need for sex education. However, at home, mothers have a more active attitude towards sex education and conduct the education more often than fathers. |
| Key words:
Sex education; Primary school; Parents |
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