ERIC Number: EJ1317833
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021-Dec
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-1059-8405
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LGBTQ+ Students' Experiences of Junior High School Nursing in Finland: A Qualitative Study
Laiti, Minna; Parisod, Heidi; Pakarinen, Anni; Sariola, Salla; Hayter, Mark; Salanterä, Sanna
Journal of School Nursing, v37 n6 p491-502 Dec 2021
Previous research shows that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and other (LGBTQ+) students can experience substantial emotional- and health-related issues at school, but research into LGBTQ+ students' experiences of school nursing is limited. This qualitative study describes the experiences of Finnish LGBTQ+ students engaging with junior high school nurses. Data were collected from 35 LGBTQ+ students using an online survey tool comprising of a set of open-ended questions. Two interconnecting themes were identified following thematic analysis: (1) junior high school nurse engagement: a mixed or unsatisfactory experience and (2) LGBTQ+ students' needs for diversity-affirming junior high school nursing. Findings show that LGBQT+ students felt junior high school nurse engagement was often unsupportive with issues around their sexuality and gender identity. LGBTQ+ students expressed the need for diversity-affirming information and support in school settings. Further research from school nurses' perspective is needed to increase understanding of this topic.
Descriptors: LGBTQ People, Foreign Countries, Student Experience, Junior High School Students, School Nurses, Student Attitudes, Student Needs, Student Diversity, Role, Minority Group Students, Sexual Identity, Attitudes, Behavior, Competence
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Finland
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