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- Title
The American Academy of Dermatology's "Good Skin Knowledge" program enhances children and adolescents' confidence regarding dermatologic knowledge.
- Authors
O'Connell, Katie A.; Ramos, Vanessa; Giefer, Josie; Martinez, Abigail; van den Bogert, Katherine; Boiko, Susan
- Abstract
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) has resources meant to be used by children. Herein, we discuss the Good Skin Knowledge (GSK) curriculum, which was created to educate youth aged 8–13 about common dermatologic conditions to promote healthy skin habits, build self‐confidence, and encourage careers in science and medicine. To assess participants' confidence regarding understanding and retention of GSK materials, the authors developed a pre‐ and post‐training survey consisting of 10 questions. Results of our survey demonstrate a significant improvement in participants confidence regarding knowledge of skin function and care with at least two thirds of youth surveyed indicating understanding across all areas, with the largest gains centered around knowledge of the three skin layers, knowing what a dermatologist does, and appreciating the causes of acne.
- Subjects
AMERICAN Academy of Arts &; Sciences; TEENAGERS; DERMATOLOGY; CONFIDENCE; SKIN care; SELF-confidence
- Publication
Pediatric Dermatology, 2024, Vol 41, Issue 4, p674
- ISSN
0736-8046
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/pde.15614