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R P Nadler

    Adolescence
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Psychiatrists may inadvertently foster dependency in adolescents who could mature independently. Effective psychiatric care involves supporting adolescent autonomy rather than hindering it.

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    Area of Science:

    • Adolescent Psychiatry
    • Developmental Psychology

    Background:

    • Adolescents possess inherent capacity for independent maturation.
    • Psychiatric intervention can sometimes impede natural adolescent development.

    Observation:

    • Some adolescents benefit from therapy, while others could mature without it.
    • Minimal psychiatric contact can resolve critical adolescent issues.
    • Therapy can sometimes lead to excessive dependence, hindering natural development.

    Findings:

    • Psychiatrists must differentiate between adolescents needing and not needing intensive treatment.
    • Supporting an adolescent's self-directed maturation is crucial.
    • Avoiding inappropriate prolonged therapeutic relationships is essential.

    Implications:

    • Psychiatric practice requires nuanced judgment to support adolescent autonomy.
    • Effective adolescent mental health care involves fostering independence, not dependency.
    • This approach can improve long-term outcomes for maturing adolescents.