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Chapter 14 - Psychology in Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 January 2023

By
Julie Alderson  and
Samantha Cole
Edited by
Naomi S. Crouch  and
Cara E. Williams
Naomi S. Crouch
Affiliation:
St Michael's Hospital, Bristol
Cara E. Williams
Affiliation:
Liverpool Women's Hospital
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Summary

Many young people seen in paediatric and adolescent gynaecology (PAG) clinics will be distressed and will be accompanied by distressed parents, carers or partners. Good multi-professional care can understand these natural and normal emotional and psychological responses. Aspects of physical development are increasingly characterised as natural variations rather than pathologies. Some previously routine PAG procedures, such as sex-affirming genital surgery, are now identified as socially motivated. All PAG practitioners need to develop a deeper understanding of those that are seeking their help to achieve optimal personal development.

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Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology for the MRCOG , pp. 109 - 118
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2023

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