Healthy Sex: Contraception, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Media, Consent, and Confidentiality.
Publication Title
Primary care
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-1-2024
Keywords
washington; swedish; Humans; Sexually Transmitted Diseases; Confidentiality; Adolescent; Contraception; Female; Sexual Behavior; Sex Education; Mass Media; Primary Health Care; Informed Consent; Male
Abstract
Adolescence is a natural time for sexual exploration; developmentally-appropriate sexual education is essential to promote healthy behaviors and prevent long-term morbidity. Adolescents may confide in their primary care clinicians, who are responsible for providing information and access to evidence-based care including family planning, contraception, and abortion. Clinicians are essential in sexually transmitted infection prevention, screening, treatment, risk mitigation, and harm reduction for sexually active adolescents. Clinics should pay special attention to electronic medical record settings and insurance procedures to prevent unexpected lapses in confidentiality.
Area of Special Interest
Women & Children
Area of Special Interest
Mental Health
Specialty/Research Institute
Behavioral Health
Specialty/Research Institute
Family Medicine
DOI
10.1016/j.pop.2024.05.006