Adolescent Medicine

July 29, 2021

A guideline update from the American Academy of Pediatrics offers help to clinicians in guiding children and teenagers with disabilities through sexual development.

July 26, 2021

Adolescence is often a time when a teenager swings between maturity and childish behavior. This already fraught period has been exacerbated by the effects of the pandemic as well.

July 19, 2021

A report indicates that both parents and teenagers want to have discussions on sexual and reproductive health during preventive visits, but those discussions may not be happening as often as they should be.

July 15, 2021

Eating disorders have been associated with an inability to control one’s emotions. An investigation examines whether dysregulation in childhood may increase the risk of a future anorexia nervosa diagnosis when a child reaches adolescence.

July 13, 2021

A study examines the prevalence and long-term impact of psychiatric disorders in children and teenagers who are part of the juvenile justice system.

July 08, 2021

With increased time with the family and less opportunity to engage in sports or other physical activities, the pandemic seemed likely to alter substance use as well as physical activity. A study provides insight.

July 06, 2021

A teenager’s day-to-day behavior can vary greatly. Here are some tips in understanding and navigating this challenging time.

June 30, 2021

There are many reasons why a caregiver may refuse to have his or her child receive the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, including safety concerns. A research letter examines whether those concerns have increased.

June 24, 2021

Being a gender diverse and transgender adolescent can mean an increased risk of mental health concerns. When those concerns lead to treatment programs, are they more likely to have worse outcomes than their cisgender peers?

June 24, 2021

Sleep apnea is linked to hypertension in adults. A report investigates whether this link exists in childhood obstructive sleep apnea.