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Adolescence, chronic illness and disability.

Mohammed Morad1, Isack Kandel, Eytan Hyam

  • 1Department of Family Medicine, Zusman Child Development Center, Ben Gurion University, Beer Sheva, Israel. morad62@013.net.il

International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health
|May 20, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Adolescent disability is rising due to increased survival rates from chronic illnesses. This shift necessitates addressing lifelong disability challenges and improving health outcomes for young people.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Disability Studies

Background:

  • Increased survival rates for adolescents with chronic illnesses have shifted disease burden.
  • Adolescence now faces a 'new morbidity' characterized by lifelong disability.
  • Traditional childhood diseases are being replaced by conditions requiring long-term management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the definition and prevalence of disability in adolescence.
  • To examine the causes, healthcare disparities, and psychosocial aspects of adolescent disability.
  • To identify strategies for promoting better health outcomes for disabled adolescents.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review article, synthesizing existing literature.
  • It analyzes prevalence studies from multiple countries.

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  • It discusses healthcare access, expenditure, and psychosocial factors.

    • Main Results:

    • Chronic illness and disability are increasingly prevalent in adolescence.
    • Lifelong disability is a growing consequence of improved survival rates.
    • Disparities in healthcare access and psychosocial challenges are significant.

    Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive understanding of adolescent disability is crucial.
    • Addressing healthcare disparities and psychosocial needs is vital for improving outcomes.
    • Proactive strategies are needed to support adolescents with disabilities.