Adolescent contraceptive care for the practicing pediatrician.
Improved use of contraception has been intrinsic in the decline of teenaged pregnancies in the United States. Recent advances in contraception, including the development of new progestins and longer-acting reversible methods, have greatly increased the options available for adolescents. By frankly discussing adverse effects, offering clear explanations of noncontraceptive benefits, and developing strategies for improving compliance, providers can play a key role in facilitating successful contraceptive use in young patients.
Duffy
Kaiyti
K
Physicians for Reproductive Choice and Health, 55 W. 39th Street, Suite 1001, New York, NY 10018, USA. kaiyti@prch.org
Wimberly
Yolanda
Y
Brooks
Chevon
C
D000293:Adolescent; D000294:Adolescent Behavior; D000295:Adolescent Medicine; D003219:Confidentiality; D003267:Contraception; D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female; D003274:Contraceptive Devices, Female; D003376:Counseling; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010372:Pediatrics; D011247:Pregnancy; D011253:Pregnancy in Adolescence / Q000517:prevention & control*
D003271:Contraceptive Agents, Female