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Engaging the adolescent patient

L Sanci1, D Young

  • 1Centre for Adolescent Health, Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria.

Australian Family Physician
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

General practitioners can improve communication with young patients by using specific approaches during medical consultations. This helps build a positive therapeutic relationship with adolescents who may feel anxious about doctor visits.

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Area of Science:

  • Adolescent Health
  • Primary Care Medicine
  • Medical Communication

Background:

  • General practitioners (GPs) possess unique community insights, making them ideal for adolescent primary healthcare.
  • Effective communication with adolescents is a recognized challenge in medical consultations.
  • Adolescent anxiety and reluctance to seek medical care are common barriers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline strategies for GPs to enhance communication with adolescents.
  • To facilitate the establishment of a positive therapeutic relationship during medical consultations.
  • To address the specific challenges of healthcare provision for young people.

Main Methods:

  • Review of established communication techniques for adolescent patient interactions.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to adolescent anxiety in primary care settings.
  • Guidance on initiating and maintaining effective doctor-adolescent dialogue.

Main Results:

  • Specific communication approaches can positively influence the initial medical encounter.
  • Understanding adolescent perspectives is key to overcoming consultation barriers.
  • Proactive strategies can foster trust and improve healthcare engagement.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing targeted communication strategies is crucial for effective adolescent primary care.
  • Improving doctor-adolescent communication can enhance therapeutic relationships and health outcomes.
  • Addressing adolescent anxiety within consultations is vital for successful healthcare delivery.

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