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¹Department of Health Sciences, Internal Medicine Unit, Foro Italico University of Rome, Rome, Italy. paolo.borrione@iusm.it

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Area of Science:

Adolescent Health
Preventive Medicine
Public Health

Background:

Adolescence is a critical period marked by significant health risks, despite the general perception of youth as healthy.
Adolescents often prioritize treatment over prevention, highlighting a gap in understanding their unique health needs.
Age-specific studies are crucial for developing effective preventive health strategies for this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the health status and identify risk factors in adolescents aged 13-18.
To understand adolescent health-seeking behaviors, particularly their engagement with preventive care.
To inform the development of targeted preventive health programs for young people.

Main Methods:

Recruited 800 adolescents aged 13-18 for health assessments.
Evaluated health status and risks across clinical assessment, substance use, nutrition, alcohol/tobacco consumption, and physical status.
Utilized a multi-faceted approach to identify both diagnosed and undiagnosed health issues.

Main Results:

33% of adolescents required further clinical assessment, indicating a high prevalence of previously unrecognized health issues.
A significant number received diagnoses for symptomatic disorders they had not considered medically significant.
Commonly identified risk factors included alcohol consumption, tobacco use, drug abuse, and sedentary lifestyles.

Conclusions:

Screening programs are vital for identifying health issues and behavioral risks in adolescents.
Adolescents may underestimate or ignore symptoms, emphasizing the importance of systematic health evaluations.
Proactive screening and counseling are essential for addressing adolescent morbidity and promoting long-term well-being.