| F. Issues Unique to Adolescence |
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Prerequisite |
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1. Anatomy, physiology, and endocrinology related to growth and reproduction |
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Learning Objectives |
Activities |
| F.1 |
List unique features of the physician-patient relationship during adolescence |
Lecture on Adolescent issues |
| F.2 |
Describe strategies for interviewing and counseling adolescents |
Review "HEADSSS" |
| F.3 |
Describe the characteristics of early, mid, and late adolescence in terms of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial growth and development |
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| F.4 |
List the major causes of mortality and morbidity in adolescents |
Review concepts of "risk-taking behavior" and "high-risk" youth
Discuss approach to preventive counseling and identification of risk behaviors for these key areas: sexuality/sexual activity, substance abuse, personal safety |
| F.5 |
Describe the features of psychosocial and mental health problems common in adolescence including school avoidance/failure, eating disorders, depression and suicide |
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| F.6 |
Describe pertinent features of the history and physical examination when evaluating a boy or girl with delayed pubertal development. |
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