Korean J Pediatr.  2011 Oct;54(10):395-400. 10.3345/kjp.2011.54.10.395.

Current health issues in Korean adolescents

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  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea. hongch@ajou.ac.kr

Abstract

During the adolescent period, they experience rapid physical, emotional, cognitive developments while they establish their lifestyle and habitual routines that strongly influence adult health and life. Recent rapid economic growth in Korea, and the earlier onset of physical, sexual, and psychological maturation of adolescents, has resulted in changes in the health status of adolescents from many years ago. Risk-taking behaviors such as drinking alcohol, smoking, and sexual experiences are critical issues that affect the health of, adolescents. Therefore, it is important for pediatricians to note the that risk-taking behaviors of adolescents in Korea that are caused by individual psychosocial factors. This review article illustrates the current health status of Korean adolescents and provides an overview of risk-taking behaviors, to inform pediatricians about some of the key issues.

Keyword

Adolescents; Health; Risk-taking behavior; Korea

MeSH Terms

Adolescent
Adult
Drinking
Economic Development
Humans
Korea
Life Style
Risk-Taking
Smoke
Smoking
Smoke
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