chronic diseases in adolescence

The medical director of the Complex Adolescent Problem Program at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, answers questions from teens with chronic illnesses or disabilities about family relationships, medical issues, dating, school and work, sexuality, recreation, alcohol, medications, and other topics.

A doctor answers questions posed by teens with a chronic illness or disability about family relationships, dating, sex, drugs, and other important issues.

Discusses such chronic diseases as hemophilia, asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy and examines how they can affect such daily activities as school, sports, and relating to friends and family.