Chronic Illness in Adolescence.

Boice, Margaret M.

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ERIC Number: EJ594590

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1998

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Chronic Illness in Adolescence.

Boice, Margaret M.

Adolescence, v33 n132 p927-39 Win 1998

Adolescents experience numerous changes; coping with a chronic illness adds yet another dimension to their lives. This paper reviews the literature on chronically ill adolescents, addressing social, biological, psychological, cognitive, and cultural issues. (Author)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Biological Influences, Chronic Illness, Cognitive Development, Coping, Cultural Influences, Family Relationship, Psychological Needs, Social Influences, Social Problems

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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