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[Self care in adolescents]
S Rodríguez de la Parra1, B Carbelo Baquero
1Departamento de Enfermería y Fisioterapia, Universidad de Alcalá, Madrid.
Revista De Enfermeria (Barcelona, Spain)
|October 9, 1999
Summary
Adolescence involves significant biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes, requiring support for developing autonomy and self-care. Family nurses play a key role in guiding adolescents and families through this critical life stage.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent development
- Developmental psychology
- Family health
Context:
- Adolescence is a critical developmental period characterized by biological, cognitive, and psychosocial transformations.
- This stage involves the development of autonomy and increasing independence from parents.
- Adolescents may experience insecurity as they navigate new roles within the family and in relation to themselves.
Purpose:
- To analyze adolescence as a life stage with unique characteristics.
- To explore the self-care requirements specific to adolescence based on Orem's theory.
- To highlight the need for support and guidance for adolescents and their families during this transitional period.
Summary:
- This work analyzes adolescence, focusing on the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that impact autonomy and independence.
- It examines the self-care needs during this phase, referencing D. Orem's self-care theory.
- The study emphasizes the importance of support systems, particularly family nurses, for navigating adolescent challenges.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the complexities of adolescent development and self-care needs.
- Underscores the crucial role of family nurses in supporting adolescents and families.
- Aims to facilitate a normal developmental progression into capable adulthood with a focus on integrated functioning and continuous development.