Promoting Adolescent Mental Health in Primary Care: A Review of the Literature.

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Title: Promoting Adolescent Mental Health in Primary Care: A Review of the Literature.
Language: English
Authors: Walker, Zoe, Townsend, Joy
Source: Journal of Adolescence. Oct 1998 21(5):621-634.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 1998
Document Type: Journal Articles
Descriptors: Adolescents, Early Intervention, Literature Reviews, Mental Health, Mental Health Clinics, Outcomes of Treatment, Prevention, Primary Health Care
ISSN: 0140-1971
Abstract: Aim of review is to determine if published literature supports the hypothesis that primary care is a suitable setting in which mental-health problems in adolescents can be prevented by early detection and treatment. When offered, adolescent health checks have been well received. Primary care offers a setting for the prevention and detection of mental-health problems in adolescents. (Author/JDM)
Journal Code: CIJAPR2000
Entry Date: 2000
Accession Number: EJ592696
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Aim of review is to determine if published literature supports the hypothesis that primary care is a suitable setting in which mental-health problems in adolescents can be prevented by early detection and treatment. When offered, adolescent health checks have been well received. Primary care offers a setting for the prevention and detection of mental-health problems in adolescents. (Author/JDM)
ISSN:0140-1971