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  • Contemporary acne treatment options: Achieving optimal results



    Acne affects almost all adolescents and adults at some point in their lives but is highly treatable with topical retinoids and antibacterials. The type and severity of acne guide early intervention, which can prevent disfigurement and its psychosocial sequelæ.

    Evaluating back pain in a young athlete



    Pediatric patients with back pain have a higher percentage of pathologic diagnoses than do adults, necessitating a high index of suspicion and quicker initiation of a thorough diagnostic evaluation. The authors provide an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of back pain in child and adolescent athletes, including conditions to consider in the differential.

    Advances in the care and prevention of sexually transmitted infections



    The consequences of sexually transmitted infections can be long-lasting for young women. This review of diagnostic methods, updated treatment options, and suggestions for dealing with adolescents will help you provide the best care for those at risk in your practice.

    Key information about providing emergency contraception




    Making emergency contraception available is not harmful, does not discourage other contraceptive use, and may prevent the physical, psychological, and medical consequences of unintended pregnancy.

    Common questions physicians may have about emergency contraception


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    A history of the black box warning for antidepressants


    Professional organizations respond to the warning


    Minimizing risk in antidepressant therapy in children and adolescents



    The risk of morbidity and mortality for depressed and anxious children is far greater than that of developing suicidal ideation. The guidelines presented here are designed to help you provide intervention in children who may otherwise have no access to treatment for psychiatric disorders.

    The A-R-T of tobacco use counseling with adolescents: A new office approach



    This practical strategy to use with young people who smoke includes a new twist that can help you with counseling about any risky behavior.

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