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Growth and development: physical, mental, and social aspects
1Department of Family Medicine and Pediatrics, Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, Columbus, OH, USA.
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|May 9, 1998
Summary
This article explains normal adolescent growth and development using Tanner staging, and discusses issues like short stature and its treatments.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Endocrinology
- Adolescent Medicine
Background:
- Adolescent growth and development are complex processes.
- Understanding normal progression is crucial for identifying deviations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail normal adolescent growth and development, including Tanner staging.
- To discuss problems in adolescent growth and development.
- To outline treatments for short stature.
Main Methods:
- Review of established pediatric and endocrine literature.
- Inclusion of Tanner staging criteria.
- Presentation of data via tables and graphs.
Main Results:
- Normal adolescent growth patterns are described.
- Abnormal growth issues, including short stature, are identified.
- Treatment options for short stature are presented.
Conclusions:
- Accurate assessment of adolescent development is vital.
- Early identification and intervention can address growth abnormalities.
- Tanner staging provides a standardized method for evaluation.
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