Emotional Problems in Adolescents with Congenital Heart Diseases

  • Beena Johnson Department of Child & Adolescent Guidance, Baby Memorial Hospital.

Abstract

Chronic diseases of childhood and the associated emotional problems are receiving major attention in the current pediatric practice. Adolescents with congenital heart diseases have significantly higher emotional problems compared to those without chronic illnesses. Early detection and management of emotional problems is essential    to improve the quality of life of the adolescents with congenital heart diseases.

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Published
2014-07-01
How to Cite
JOHNSON, Beena. Emotional Problems in Adolescents with Congenital Heart Diseases. BMH Medical Journal - ISSN 2348–392X, [S.l.], v. 1, n. 3, p. 52-55, july 2014. ISSN 2348-392X. Available at: <https://www.babymhospital.org/BMH_MJ/index.php/BMHMJ/article/view/32>. Date accessed: 24 apr. 2024.
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Review Articles