Adoloscent Medicine

Question 1

When taking a history from a teenager, the HEADDS framework can be used. Describe this framework.

Answer 1

Home.
Education.
Activity.
Drugs/alcohol.
Depression/suicide.
Sexuality.

Question 2

Give the 5 features of Fraser’s guidelines.

Answer 2

1. the young person understands the professional’s advice
2. the young person cannot be persuaded to inform their parents
3. the young person is likely to begin, or to continue having, sexual intercourse with or without contraceptive treatment
4. unless the young person receives contraceptive treatment, their physical or mental health, or both, are likely to suffer
5. the young person’s best interests require them to receive contraceptive advice or treatment with or without parental consent