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Anticipatory guidance is beneficial for parents and children navigating life together. This education and counseling can help parents and children understand what to expect throughout the growth and development of the child (Bright Futures, 2017). This virtual encounter poses a number of anticipatory guidance topics. Sexual activity and substance use are two topics Bright Futures suggests during the adolescent check-up.
Anticipatory guidance should be provided regarding abstinence of all substances. Research has shown that this topic is routinely not talked about at appointment; however, should be a topic of conversation annually (Matson et al., 2021). The negative health impacts associated with substance use and misuse should be stressed. ……..Continue
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