Preventive health care for teenagers and young adults
Schaff, E.A.; Hedberg, V.A.
Primary Care 22(4): 637-652
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0095-4543 PMID: 8668734 Document Number: 443807
Risk-taking behaviors are the major source of morbidity among adolescents. The authors discuss risk reduction through preventive activities. An approach is offered to structure preventive visits for this age group given the time and financial constraints of providers.
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