A survey by SW Research found that 53.7% of Poles support introducing health education in schools.
Survey on health education
SW Research conducted a poll between September 23-24 among 846 Poles for Onet, asking if they support introducing health education in schools. 53.7% of respondents answered “yes,” while 27.1% were against it. 19.3% had no opinion on the matter.
Young people less supportive
The idea was supported by 55.7% of women and 51.4% of men. However, 25.3% of female respondents and 29.1% of male respondents were against it. Journalists also noted that younger respondents were less positive about the classes compared to older individuals. Only 32% of respondents aged 24 or younger supported the classes, compared to 58.2% of those over 50.
What is health education?
Health education was introduced in primary and secondary schools starting September 1. It is optional, and parents can opt out until September 25. The curriculum covers 11 areas: values and attitudes, physical health, physical activity, nutrition, mental health, social health, puberty (in primary schools), sexual health, environmental health, the internet and addiction prevention, and the healthcare system (in secondary schools).
