Effectiveness Of Video Assisted Teaching On Knowledge Regarding Good Touch And Bad Touch Among School Going Children Of Class 4th To Class 6th Students Of Selected Schools Of Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Abstract

Background:

The terms "good touch and bad touch" are often used to teach kids about what kind of touching is okay and what isn't. It helps them figure out when they should talk to someone they trust and ask for help, and it also guides the how to treat others. For kids, "good touch" means touching that takes care of them, is needed for their health or safety, makes them feel secure, or is just plain fun. On the other hand, "bad touch" is any touch that they don't like, feels scary, involves secrets, or happens on private parts of their body, unless it's necessary for their health. Understanding these differences gives kids the knowledge and confidence to keep themselves safe and happy.

Recognizing the dynamics of good touch and bad touch is crucial for ensuring the wellbeing of children and fostering healthy development .Positive touch, such as affectionate hugs, plays a significant role in building emotional security, attachment, and trust between caregivers and children. Conversely, negative touch experiences, like abuse or neglect, can result in severe emotional and psychological trauma for the child.

Method:

The study was analyzed by quasi–experimental method. The data was collected using a self-structured knowledge questionnaire and collected  from 60 school going children  classes (4 to 6) of selected school of  Dehradun, Uttarakhand.  Samples were selected by random sampling technique.

Result:

The pre-test and post-test results reveal a marked improvement in participants' understanding of good touch and bad touch. Initially, 5% had inadequate knowledge, 21.7% had moderate knowledge, and 73.3% had adequate knowledge. After the intervention, 90% had adequate knowledge, 6.7% had moderate knowledge, and only 3.3% had inadequate knowledge. This demonstrates a successful increase in participants' awareness of these concepts.

Conclusion :

The study shows that the intervention significantly enhanced the children's understanding of good touch and bad touch. Before the intervention, 73.3% of children had adequate knowledge, which increased to 90% after the intervention. The percentage of children with inadequate knowledge dropped from 5% to 3.3%. This improvement highlights the effectiveness of the educational efforts in increasing awareness and ensuring children's safety.