156. Maturing into Adulthood: Transition Readiness Over Time in Primary Care

Healthcare transition is a crucial aspect of adolescent development and adulthood, yet there is limited research on transition readiness within primary care settings. Adolescents and young adults (AYA) typically have irregular healthcare visits in their medical homes, emphasizing the importance of ongoing readiness assessment. Our objective was to evaluate transition readiness across various health domains and its evolution over time as patients prepare to transition into the adult healthcare system.
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - Category: Child Development Authors: Source Type: research