Somatization disorder among adolescents in southeast Nigeria: a neglected issue

Somatization disorder among adolescents in southeast Nigeria: a neglected issue

Abstract Background Adolescents do present with somatization disorder which is often neglected by pediatricians. This could have serious consequences if not curbed early. Objectives This study is aimed at determining the pattern and types of Somatization disorder among adolescents attending secondar...

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Main Authors: A. R. C. Nwokocha, J. M. Chinawa, V. Onukwuli, A. Ubesie, Appolos Ndukuba, A. T. Chinawa, Elias Aniwada, Samuel Uwaezuoke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-09-01
Series:International Journal of Mental Health Systems
Subjects:
Psychosomatic disorder
Adolescents
Secondary schools
Nigeria
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13033-017-0161-3

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