Journal article
Teenage pregnancy
The Journal of the Maine Medical Association, Vol.67(10), pp.296-299, 306
10/01/1976
PMID: 978052
Abstract
Adolescence for most young people represents a time of considerable change and uncertainty. When this developmental period is compounded by unwanted pregnancy, the experience may be particularly trying to the patient as well as her family and physician. Psychological struggles are frequently intensified by family instability, the lack of appropriate adult role models, or inadequate information about human reproduction, sexuality, and/or contraception. All too often adolescents are left to fend for themselves among peers who are equally uninformed about sexual function and reproductive matters. For many youngsters, the family physician continues to be the only visible source of reliable and confidential help. Coordinated interdisciplinary services are probably the most effective approach and can more economically meet the multiple needs of this group. When such services are not available, adequate care can be provided by the interested physician who is willing to set aside the necessary time, provide a sympathetic ear, and develop some expertise in dealing with this challenging problem.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- Teenage pregnancy
- Creators
- D. D. YoungsJennifer R. Niebyl - University of Iowa
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- The Journal of the Maine Medical Association, Vol.67(10), pp.296-299, 306
- PMID
- 978052
- ISSN
- 0025-0694
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 10/01/1976
- Academic Unit
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Record Identifier
- 9983557414502771
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