"ANATOMY IS DESTINY"

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Abstract
Though of fundamental biologic importance, the anatomic sexual changes of adolescence are also decisive for psychic growth. These changes are welcomed with a variety of emotional reactions and serve, psychologically, to consolidate a girl's feminine identity and support her eventual growth toward individuality and independence. The physician's approach in managing this aspect of adolescent growth can facilitate or hinder progressive emotional development. Bearing in mind the psychological implications of adolescent sexual changes, the physician can help pave the way for the teenage girl's continuing physical and psychological maturation.

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