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Bowel and bladder dysfunction among teens.

Vickie Weaver

    School Nurse News
    |June 7, 2005
    PubMed
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    Adolescents with bowel or bladder dysfunction face unique challenges. A teen support network, including Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) nurses, offers vital resources for these students.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Health
    • Adolescent Psychology
    • Continence Care

    Background:

    • Adolescence is a critical developmental period marked by social and emotional challenges.
    • Students with bowel or bladder dysfunction experience heightened stress, social isolation, and fear of stigma.
    • Continence issues have gained public awareness but lack relatable role models for adolescents.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the challenges faced by adolescents with bowel or bladder dysfunction.
    • To introduce a support network tailored for teenagers with these health needs.
    • To provide school nurses with resources for managing students with bowel/bladder dysfunction.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a teen support network by nurses and The United Ostomy Association (UOA).

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  • Establishment of an annual UOA Youth Rally.
  • Creation of a national support network with a website, discussion board, and mentoring program.

    • Main Results:

    • The UOA teen support network has grown significantly over 25 years.
    • The network is supervised by volunteer Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) nurses and UOA members.
    • Resources include an annual youth rally, online platforms, and a mentoring program.

    Conclusions:

    • A dedicated support network is crucial for adolescents with bowel or bladder dysfunction.
    • WOC nurses and UOA members play a vital role in supporting these teens.
    • This network provides essential resources for school nurses coordinating care.