57. Respiratory Viral Infections in the Post-Pandemic Landscape: An Evolving Epidemiological Profile Important in the Adolescent Population
Following the advent of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic in 2020, accompanied by the implementation of nonpharmaceutical interventions and various mitigation measures within the United States, the incidence of other respiratory viruses experienced a noteworthy decline during the 2020/2021 and 2021/2022 Fall-Spring seasons. However, it is imperative to recognize that while individuals aged under 21 years accounted for less than 2% of reported COVID-19 cases during the pandemic, those with underlying medical conditions may still be susceptible to serious sequelae. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Joseph Chiao, Alex Chi, Erin Chen, Catherine Xiao, Grace Gao, Amy Tran, Nathan Wetherby, Emily Chi, Christien Pahk, Shaobin Hou, Henry Li Source Type: research
58. “You See, these Girls are Animals”: Storytelling as a Tool for Adolescent Wellbeing Among South Sudanese Refugee Adolescents Living in Uganda
This study explores how South Sudanese refugee adolescents living in Uganda negotiate a variety of contextual and cultural factors as they advocate for improved health and wellbeing. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Amy Vatne Bintliff, Ashley Yung Batchelor, Jene é B. Love Source Type: research
59. Implementation of Sexual and Reproductive Health Curricula for a Public School District
Comprehensive sexual and reproductive health (SRH) education in K-12 public schools in the US has been shown to improve SRH outcomes including lowered rates of unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. However, implementation of SRH education faces structural barriers including hostile political environments, de-prioritization in favor of literacy and math instruction, lack of coordination across agencies, lack of high-quality professional development for educators, and lack of evidence-based frameworks to guide implementation. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Teresa Brown, Sandra Stuart, Gina Silvia, Denezia Fahie, Carian Diaz, Tanya Gilbert, Karin Wetherill, Lisa Hoopis, Jack Rusley Source Type: research
60. What We Fail to Teach: A Systematic Review of Sexual Health Education in the Deep South
Given the disproportionately high rates of STIs among adolescents in the Deep South, a closer look at sexual health education – a fundamental element of sexual health –is crucial. Utilizing the Population-Intervention-Comparison-Outcome (PICO) question formation model, we explored the literature for school-based sex-ed for children and adolescents in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and South Carolina to incre ase understanding of the current policies, practice, and impact of sexual health education on adolescents in this region. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Stephanie R. Shea, Abigail Mowen, Patricia J. Kissinger Source Type: research
61. The Role of Rapport Building on Adolescents and Young Adult Research Engagement: An Evaluation from the Push Study
Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) aged 15 to 34 are frequently targeted for adolescent-focused treatment and prevention interventions due to the high rates of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in this age range. However, most research fails to examine how connection with staff improve AYAs ’ engagement in such interventions. This analysis aimed to better understand how successful rapport building between coaches’ and participants in the Providing Unique Support for Health (PUSH) Study is associated with research engagement. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Taryn Amos, Aubrey Alvarenga-Arteaga, Kathryn Van Eck, Renata Sanders Source Type: research
62. Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Types of Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic Among Adolescents in a Public Secondary School in the Philippines
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health is significant and may affect adolescents as a vulnerable group. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorders in adolescents; however, many of the cases remain undiagnosed. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), one in every eight children has anxiety disorders. Though treatment is available, eighty percent remains undetected and untreated. Undiagnosed anxiety disorder can negatively impact the student ’s ability to learn and can lead to social and other behavioral problems like depression and suicide. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Catrina Lou Sampaga Fernandez, Avegail Matematico Cardinal Source Type: research
63. Adolescent and Young Adult Perspectives on Health Research: Creating Space for Accessible and Accurate Information
Disseminating research findings through trustworthy public sources empowers patients to make informed health decisions. While science communication has made strides in encouraging research teams to extend beyond traditional academic dissemination; there is still little known on how to effectively share health research findings with adolescents and young adults (AYAs). The purpose of this study was to understand how AYAs perceive health research and their preferences for being informed on developments in this field. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Anya R. Khurana, Ela Chintagunta, Kristine Carandang, Courtney K. Wells, Catherine Ames, Abby Mann, Samantha Chuisano, Melissa DeJonckheere Source Type: research
64. Sexual Health Communication with Partners: Young Adults ’ Reflections on Sources, Content, and Shortfalls of Sex Education
The objectives of this study were to examine content of sexual conversations, how sources of sex education informed communication, and sociodemographic differences in these experiences. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Briana Edison Source Type: research
65. Contraceptive Counseling and Prescribing as Pediatric Core Competencies: Assessing Residents ’ Comfort and Knowledge
The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) requires that pediatric residents develop key competencies in Adolescent Medicine, including contraception counseling and prescribing. Previously published surveys of pediatric providers have shown that knowledge of appropriate contraception differs based on level of training and is not often up to date with the latest guidance. The primary goal of this study was to understand resident knowledge and comfort with counseling and prescribing contraception methods. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Amelia Beatrice Warshaw, Samuel Master Source Type: research
66. Improving Adolescent Sexual Health in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Adolescents and young adults have the highest rates of sexually transmitted infections (STI) among all age groups. Untreated STI can have severe sequelae including sepsis and infertility. Abortion limitations in Texas make access to contraception for teens vital. Adolescents frequently don ’t have a medical home and use the emergency department (ED) instead. Prior research has shown confidential electronic screening protocols for STI and contraception provision were feasible, effective, and easy to use by both providers and patients in the ED. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Ginny Claire Kim, Rebecca M. Beyda, Peggy Hsieh, Hei Kit Chan, Kayleigh A. Fischer Source Type: research
67. Examining the Impact of Electronic Health Records on Adolescent Healthcare Communication and Self-Efficacy
Whether patient portals should serve predominantly as data-centric repositories or patient-centric portals in clinical care remains undecided. The implementation of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) and Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) acts have accelerated the adoption of EHRs and given patients more autonomy over their medical records. With an increase in medical record transparency with patients, there has been increased attention to the usability and patient-serving capabilities of patient portals. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Allyssa Aguila Abacan, Sriya Naga Kakarla, Melissa A. Bailar Source Type: research
68. Let's Talk about Puberty: A Key Gap in Pre-Adolescent Well Child Visits
Anticipatory guidance about pubertal development is recommended in American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (SAHM) guidelines. Despite this, approximately 2% of adolescents report discussions with their doctor about puberty, while 40% of residents do not feel confident in providing pubertal education. We sought to evaluate pediatric resident knowledge and behavior toward pubertal education in pediatric 8- to 10-year-old well child annual visits. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Jelina Marie V. Castillo, Renata Arrington-Sanders, Kaysha Henry, Amber Bulna, Melissa Trofa, Harper Robinson Source Type: research
69. The Current State of School-Based Sexual Education in California – Perspectives of Parents and Educators
The California Healthy Youth Act, more informally known as CHYA, was passed in 2015 and enacted in 2016. This law requires California public and charter schools to provide comprehensive sexual health education that is age-appropriate, medically accurate, and inclusive of all types of learners. Decades of data support the implementation of comprehensive school-based sexual education given its positive impact on adolescent health. Limited research has been published regarding perceptions of sexual education in California since the enactment of CHYA. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Lauren Rivkin Source Type: research
70. Adolescent Medicine “Bingo!”: Exploring Game-Based Learning Tools for Resident Medical Education
This project aims to explore residents ’ Adolescent Medicine rotation by using an educational “Bingo” game to identify common patient encounters and gaps in training. (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Eesha Farooqi, Jessica Sims, May Lau, Brett Cooper, Jenny Francis Source Type: research
71. Findings of a Physician-Led Comprehensive Sexuality Ed Curriculum in a Hawai ’i High School
In the US, classroom sex education is often the only resource for children and adolescents to explore concepts about body changes in puberty, healthy relationships, sexual orientation, and gender identity (SOGI). It is mandated in 39 states and the content is highly variable. In the state of Hawai ʻi, sex and HIV education are mandated. The content is medically and age-appropriate and must include contraception, condoms, abstinence, healthy relationships, sexual decision-making, self-discipline, dating, and sexual violence prevention topics found in comprehensive sexuality education (CSE). (Source: Journal of Adolescent Health)
Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - January 30, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Pia H. Francisco-Natanauan Source Type: research
