Adolescent Health Care : A Practical Guide 5th Edition

Dr. Neinstein’s Adolescent Health has been a cornerstone reference in adolescent medicine for over two decades. The Fifth Edition continues this legacy with updated evidence-based guidance for clinicians treating teenagers. Designed for practical use in clinical settings and board preparation, the text emphasizes the unique medical, psychosocial, and developmental needs of adolescents. It also integrates contemporary resources, including online tools, to support both healthcare providers and families.

Key Features

• Thoroughly updated content: Contributions from new editors and authors ensure current, authoritative guidance.
• Expanded coverage: Includes new chapters on psychosomatic illness and complementary medicine.
• Substance abuse focus: Completely reorganized section addressing adolescent substance use.
• Resource-rich: Each chapter lists websites and online resources for professionals, teens, and parents.
• Practical clinical guidance: Written for ease of use in day-to-day adolescent care, with relevance for board exams and specialty training.
• Enduring reference: Recognized as a primary resource for internal medicine libraries and adolescent medicine practices.