Adolescent Health Sourcebook: Basic Consumer Health Information About Common Medical, Mental, and Emotional Concerns in Adolescents (Health Reference Series)

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Adolescence is a turbulent time associated with many challenges for teenagers, parents, and caregivers. Research indicates that teenagers participate in high-risk behaviors more often than other age groups. However, high-risk behaviors are not the only influences on adolescent health and well being; during these years adolescents experience significant emotional, hormonal, and physical changes which affect every area of their health.

This Sourcebook provides parents and caregivers with a basic understanding of many of the issues that affect adolescent health and well-being, including peer pressure and other social issues, depression, eating disorders, behavior problems, teen violence, and other mental health concerns. It also includes information about puberty, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, fitness, nutrition, substance abuse, body piercing, tattoos, firearms, and gangs. A special section on parenting concerns offers information on communication, driving, education, learning disabilities, college and career preparation, and other important issues. A list of resources is provided for additional help and information.

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