Extracted from text... Obstetrics & Gynaecology Forum? May 2006 55 REVIEW O&G Forum
2006; 16: 55-57 Introduction Adolescence refers to the time period between childhood and …

Adolescence is a landmark in every woman's life. A number of important events are
observed during the transition from childhood to reproductive age, such as the menarche …

Adolescents today represent a significant proportion of the world population. According to
the US Census Bureau, the number of women between 15 and 19 years of age will have …

Sexual health for adolescents is based on three components: recognizing sexual rights,
sexuality education and counseling, and confidential, high quality services. Contraception …

Sexual health for adolescents is based on three components: recognizing sexual rights,
sexuality education and counseling, and confidential high-quality services. Contraception …

Adolescent sexuality and contraceptive use are influenced by many factors, including
physical and psychological maturity. Risk-taking behavior is normal in the development of …

As a gynaecologist, one of the most challenging consultations is addressing contraception in
our adolescent population. Recent Australian data has revealed that the majority of teenage …

The female adolescent patient has a variety of gynaecological issues which the healthcare
practitioner needs to understand and pay particular attention to, ranging from screening for …

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Adolescents, married or unmarried, face a variety of potential dilemmas in relation to their
sexual and reproductive health. These include the consequences of unwanted pregnancy …