adolescent health Flashcards
why talk about adolescent
account for ~12% of inpatient activity
what impact does adolescent have on health
chronic disease
kidney transplant
diabetes control
what is adolescence?
period of unique and significant development: biological, psychological, social
11 - 25 years
how are adolescents different
brain development
- concrete thinking -> abstract thinking
social development
- develop self identity, relationships, different views
how can we adapt adolescent consultations
- transition from paediatrics to adult services
- offer to see adolescent patient on their own
- aim for a conversation
- avoid medical jargon
- explore priorities/concerns
- discuss adherence to treatment
- explore understanding of disease/treatment
- assess motivation
what is the consultation model for adolescent health
- establish independence
- develop self identity
- develop different views
- develop relationships
- seek new experiences
describe the transition from paediatrics to adult services
treat transition as a process rather than an event
parental responsibility -> individual responsibility
greater skills in developmental assessment -> greater skills in alcohol/drug/sexual history
lower patient volume -> higher patient volume
what mental health development adolescents undergo
1 in 7 have a diagnosed mental health disorder
What should you ask about regarding suicide and self-harm?
- How would you describe your mood?
- Do you ever get really down?
- Some people who feel really down often feel like hurting themselves or even killing themselves.
- Have you ever felt like that?
