Journal
Australian Family Physician
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Australian Family Physician was the peer-reviewed, scholarly journal of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) from 1971 to 2017. From January 2018, it was superseded by the Australian Journal of General Practice.
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Depression in children
This article provides general practitioners with a framework for considering major depressive disorder in a child and recommendations for treatment.
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Acne in adolescents
Acne vulgaris affects more than 90% of Australian adolescents aged 16–18 years, but there are many treatment options available.
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Growth disorders in adolescents
This article provides a guide for clinicians to categorise growth patterns in adolescents and recognise patients who may have a growth disorder.
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Psychological distress and risky sexual behaviours among women aged 16–25 years in Victoria, Australia
Identifying factors related to risky sexual behaviour may contribute to preventive and interventional approaches to reduce negative mental health outcomes among young women.
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Occupational violence and staff safety in general practice
This article outlines the risk of occupational violence experienced by doctors, and general practitioners in particular, and to discuss practical measures that can be taken to manage this risk.