Am: Stars Advances in the Treatment of Endocrine Disorders in Adolescents, Volume 26 (Paperback)  | Released: 11 Sep 2015

There are a series of endocrine disorders that can affect adolescents, some of which are related to growth and development and others that can occur at any age but may have specific implication for the adolescent age group. This issue provides a comprehensive update of endocrine issues seen in adolescents, with a focus on recent advances in diagnosis and treatment. Contents in Advances in the Treatment of Endocrine Disorders in Adolescents include Thyroid DisordersUpdate on Diabetes MelitusDisorders of Growth and PubertyBone Health in AdolescentsPolycystic Ovarian SyndromeAdrenal DisordersLipid DisordersEndocrine Disorders in PregnancyEndocrine Abnormalities in Patients with Eating DisordersTurner syndrome and Klinefelter SyndromeDisorders of Sex DevelopmentEndocrine Disorders in Adolescent Cancer SurvivorsAbout the Author: Author: American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Adolescent Health The American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Adolescent Health (SOAH), founded in 1978, brings together both general pediatricians interested in adolescent health issues as well as adolescent medicine specialists. It provides an educational and networking forum with the goal of improving and enhancing the care of the adolescent population. The SOAH executive committee leadership works closely with the AAP Committee on Adolescence (COA) to bring policy and education together, both for providers and for the families/adolescents they serve.