The Assessment of Children’s Socio-Demographic Features at the Adolescent Outpatient Clinic
Journal Title: Dicle Tıp Dergisi - Year 2016, Vol 43, Issue 1
Abstract
Objective: In this study, we investigated socio-demographic characteristics of adolescents living in our region. Methods: Were analyzed, retrospectively, patients admitted Dicle University Faculty of Medicine’ adolescent outpatient clinic. Demographic data, body mass index (BMI), medical history and family background, school status, academic achievement, habits, trauma and psychosocial status were recorded. Results: Of the 244 adolescents, 124/%) were females. The average age of cases was 12.99 ± 1.89 years (10-18 years). 48.3% of adolescents were low BMI. The smoking rate of 32.4% (n=79) and was higher in men. In smokers, school performance was lower (p = 0.002), and the rate of suicidal idea was higher (p < 0.001). In those with family history of suicide, the rate of suicidal thoughts or attempted suicide was higher (p = 0.005, p = 0.022, respectively). Similarly, in cases exposed to physical violence, the rates of attempted suicide or suicidal thoughts were higher (p=0.011, p=0.001, respectively). In addition, in cases exposed to psychological violence the rates of attempted suicide or suicidal thoughts were higher (p<0.001, p<0.001, respectively). Conclusion: Adolescents, for they can complete this period in a healthy way, health-care services, education units, especially their parents, should be made aware of the adolescence period-specific problems. Additionally, special centers customized adolescents, should be created and supported by state and private institutions. Key words: Adolescent, sociodemographic features, cigarette, malnutrition.
Authors and Affiliations
Y. Kenan Haspolat, Müsemma Karabel, Duran Karabel , Selvi Kelekci , Tuba Tuncel , Velat Şen, Ünal Uluca, İlhan Tan
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