Teen Sexual Practices

Faculty

Hatim Omar, MD, FAAP
Professor of Pediatrics and Obstetrics Gynecology
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Director, Adolescent Medicine and Young Parent Program
University of Kentucky

Needs Statement

Consequences of teen sexual practices amount to almost a million pregnancies, several million sexually transmitted infections and numerous psychological problems. This is directly related to adolescent problems as well as psychosocial and economic factors. Health care providers can make a difference by understanding teen sexuality and learning how to talk to teens.

Target Audience

This activity is intended for physicians practicing in Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Ob/Gyn and Women's Health.

Objectives

1. Learn common sexual practices by teens;
2. Learn factors influencing sexual practices among teens;
3. Learn basic concepts of adolescent development.

Accreditation

Medicine
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should claim only those hours of credit actually spent in the educational activity.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine presents this activity for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to utilize their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of medicine. The content of the presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected for presentations because of recognized expertise in their field.

Faculty Disclosure

Dr. Omar is on the speaker's bureau for Merck.