Bullying of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) youth is prevalent in the United States, and represents LGBT stigma when tied to sexual orientation and/or gender identity or expression. LGBT youth…
In this article, we review theory and evidence on stigma and minority stress as social/structural determinants of health among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) youth. We discuss different forms…
Assessing, monitoring, and supporting children and adolescents’ mental health are integral parts of comprehensive pediatric primary care. These are especially relevant for LGBT youth, who frequently experience unique stressors, often…
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) youth may experience interpersonal and structural stigma within the health care environment. This article begins by reviewing special considerations for the care…
Stewart L. Adelson, MD, Editor Nadia L. Dowshen, MD, Editor Harvey J Makadon, MD, FACP, Editor Robert Garofalo, MD, MPH, Editor In recent years, the pediatric literature and leading organizations…
Bonita F. Stanton, MD, Consulting Editor The preadolescent and adolescent periods are difficult for many—perhaps most—youth. Adolescents face a variety of changes, physical, physiologic, psychological, and environmental, all of which…
PEDIATRIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA www.pediatric.theclinics.com Consulting Editor BONITA F. STANTON December 2016 • Volume 63 • Number 6
Eczema and urticaria are common disorders encountered in pediatric patients, but they may occasionally be the presenting complaint in a child with an underlying rare disease. Immunodeficiency syndromes should be…
Genomic sequencing is the diagnostic test of choice for families with undiagnosed or rare diseases seeking an explanation for their child’s complex medical concerns. The desire to find answers can…
