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A Family Systems Approach to Primary Ovarian Insufficiency JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT GYNECOLOGY Covington, S. N., Hillard, P. J., Sterling, E. W., Nelson, L. M. 2011; 24 (3): 137-141

Abstract

Receiving the diagnosis of Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) can be emotionally difficult and confusing for young girls and their families. Parents need assistance in knowing how to help their daughters understand and live with the diagnosis in a way that allows for healthy growth and development. This paper provides a starting point for parents and clinicians with "Tips and Tools for Talking: Helping Your Daughter Understand Primary Ovarian Insufficiency".

View details for DOI 10.1016/j.jpag.2010.12.004

View details for Web of Science ID 000291333800008

View details for PubMedID 21269850

View details for PubMedCentralID PMC3094722