Track: Adolescent Medicine

Adolescent Medicine

Adolescent Medicine is a specialized field dedicated to the comprehensive healthcare needs of adolescents and young adults, typically between the ages of 10 and 19 years. This discipline addresses the unique physical, psychological, social, and developmental changes that occur during adolescence, with a strong focus on preventive care, early intervention, and health promotion to support a healthy transition into adulthood.


Key Subtopics:


Growth and Pubertal Development: Assessment and management of normal and delayed puberty, growth disorders, and hormonal changes.


Adolescent Mental Health: Early identification and care of anxiety, depression, stress-related disorders, and behavioral concerns.


Reproductive and Sexual Health: Education, counseling, and management of menstrual disorders, contraception, and sexually transmitted infections.


Nutrition and Eating Disorders: Addressing obesity, undernutrition, eating disorders, and lifestyle-related health issues.


Risk Behaviors and Preventive Care: Substance use, screen addiction, injury prevention, and promotion of healthy behaviors.


Chronic Disease Management in Adolescents: Supporting adolescents with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and epilepsy during transition of care.


This session highlights the importance of multidisciplinary approaches and evidence-based practices in adolescent healthcare. We invite researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to submit abstracts on the above-mentioned topics and contribute to advancing adolescent health and well-being.