Teenage kicks.(general practice)

Australian Doctor,  February, 2007  by Howe, Megan

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By Megan Howe

Teenagers are looking for a trustworthy and non-judgmental GP who has time for them.

THE teenager sitting in your surgery is most likely to be seeking treatment for a sprained ankle, or acne, or perhaps a sore throat -- fairly standard stuff.

On the surface, adolescents' health needs don't appear that different to those of patients of any age, but a growing pool of research into what teenagers want from general practice paints quite a different picture.

Issues such as confidentiality and trust are key factors that determine whether adolescents will even ...

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