It’s not just physical: The adverse psychosocial effects of polycystic ovary syndrome in adolescents
Management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in adolescents entails dealing not only with the physical manifestations but also the…
adolescence
Menstrual suppression in an adolescent with intellectual disability
What should the NP know about menstruation in girls with intellectual disability?
Promoting self-esteem in overweight and obese girls
By Meaghan M. Eddy, MSN, NP-C The purpose of this literature review is to delineate the link between overweight/obesity (OW/O)…
Promoting self-esteem in overweight and obese girls
Childhood obesity has reached epidemic rates in the United States, affecting all socioeconomic classes. At the same time, girls in…
The iGeneration: New consumers of healthcare
The iGeneration (iGen) comprises individuals who are adolescents and young adults right now. This generation is the first to have…