Mentoring Relationships in the Field of Sexually Transmitted Infections: Experiences, Observations, and Recommendations

Authors

Stacey B. Griner, University of North Texas Health Science CenterFollow
Alison Footman, University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public HealthFollow
Barbara Van Der Pol, University of Alabama School of MedicineFollow

Abstract

In this paper, we describe: (a) our experiences and accomplishments in the American Academy of Health Behavior (AAHB) Research Scholars Mentoring Program; (b) the current state of mentorship in the field of sexually transmitted infections (STIs); (c) the fundamental factors of successful mentoring, including alignment with personal values, transparency, intentionality, respect, equity, empathy, and emotional intelligence. The authors have reviewed their experiences in mentoring and receiving mentorship and have collectively identified concepts they valued in mentoring relationships, particularly those that are useful for women in science. The authors provide recommendations and considerations for future mentoring relationships.

Author ORCID Identifier

0000-0002-2774-5841

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Recommended Citation

Griner, Stacey B.; Footman, Alison; and Van Der Pol, Barbara (2022) "Mentoring Relationships in the Field of Sexually Transmitted Infections: Experiences, Observations, and Recommendations," Health Behavior Research: Vol. 5: No. 3. https://doi.org/10.4148/2572-1836.1142