Educação em saúde com adolescentes no aspecto reprodutivo-saúde e prevenção nas escolas

Abstract

The present study presents a didactic sequence about reproductive aspects and adolescent sexual health, an extremely relevant topic with focus in the ´perspective of prevention and valorization of adolescents and their sexuality. The theme is developed by combining definitions about puberty reproductive and prevention aspects of early pregnancy and sexually transmited infections in the school space. The research is of a qualitative nature with action research elements and articulates space for discussion and reflection to teenagers, that way, it was possible to answer the research objective that is about giving the teenager the opportunity health education information aimed at building knowledge and adjusting posture responsible and conscious about experiencing their sexuality. For data collection, semi-estructured interviews were conducted, summative assessment, sentence complement, direct and participant the first one being the survey of previous knowledge and ending with the construction of a game of roulette and cards. For the validation of the educational product, a questionnaire was used for evaluation of the methodology and about the importance of discussing this topic in the school environment. The research result is satisfactory, as it points out the importance of science classes as a space for reflection, discussion and awareness about the risks and vulnerabilities of adolescents in relation to sexuality, especially with regard to early pregnancy and the transmission of various diseases. Therefore, we conclude that sex education starts at home and needs to have its discussion expanded in the school environment, mainly ins science classes, which through critical reflection contributes to changes in behaviour and minimizes the vulnerability of adolescents in the face of the issues discussed.