Unique Needs of the Adolescent

Adolescence is the transitional bridge between childhood and adulthood; it encompasses developmental milestones that are unique to this age group. Healthy cognitive, physical, sexual, and psychosocial development is both a right and a responsibility that must be guaranteed for all adolescents to suc...

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Published in:Pediatrics (Evanston) 2019-12, Vol.144 (6), p.e20193150
Main Authors: Alderman, Elizabeth M, Breuner, Cora C
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adolescent Behavior - physiology
Adolescent Behavior - psychology
Adolescent Development - physiology
Adolescents
Child
Children
Cognitive ability
Female
Health Policy - trends
Health Risk Behaviors - physiology
Health Services Needs and Demand - trends
Humans
International organizations
Male
Pediatrics
Pediatrics - methods
Pediatrics - trends
Sexual Behavior - physiology
Sexual Behavior - psychology
Teenagers
Young Adult
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Summary:Adolescence is the transitional bridge between childhood and adulthood; it encompasses developmental milestones that are unique to this age group. Healthy cognitive, physical, sexual, and psychosocial development is both a right and a responsibility that must be guaranteed for all adolescents to successfully enter adulthood. There is consensus among national and international organizations that the unique needs of adolescents must be addressed and promoted to ensure the health of all adolescents. This policy statement outlines the special health challenges that adolescents face on their journey and transition to adulthood and provides recommendations for those who care for adolescents, their families, and the communities in which they live.
ISSN:0031-4005
1098-4275
DOI:10.1542/peds.2019-3150