Care for Growing Up
Learn about health services for adolescents, from routine care to conversations about growing up and well-being.
Care for Growing Up
Practical, respectful health support for adolescents navigating physical, emotional, and developmental changes.
Teen Health Visits
Teen health visits give young people space to discuss growth, development, sleep, nutrition, mood, and other concerns. The visit can include a general health review and time for questions in a respectful, age-appropriate setting. Parents or caregivers can be involved when appropriate, while the young person’s privacy and needs remain central.
Mental Wellbeing Support
Adolescence can bring changes at school, at home, and among friends. Mental wellbeing support offers a chance to talk about stress, anxiety, low mood, sleep, or feeling overwhelmed. The practitioner can help identify concerns, discuss practical next steps, and consider whether additional support from another professional may be useful.
Puberty Guidance
Puberty guidance helps young people understand the physical and emotional changes that can happen as they grow. Visits provide time to ask questions about development, periods, skin, body image, and what may feel unfamiliar. Information is shared in clear, respectful language, with care tailored to the adolescent’s age and concerns.
Sexual Health Advice
Sexual health advice gives adolescents a private, respectful place to ask questions about relationships, consent, contraception, and sexual health. The practitioner can explain available options and discuss when testing or further care may be appropriate. Support is guided by the young person’s circumstances, safety, and applicable confidentiality requirements.
Nutrition and Growth
Nutrition and growth appointments explore eating habits, activity, energy, and development without judgment. Adolescents and families can discuss concerns about appetite, food choices, or changes in growth, then consider practical steps that fit daily life. When needed, the practitioner can recommend further assessment or support from an appropriate health professional.
Family Health Consultations
Family health consultations help caregivers understand adolescent health concerns and find constructive ways to offer support. The discussion can cover communication, changing needs, and how to seek further help. The adolescent’s voice remains important, and the approach to family involvement is considered with care and in line with confidentiality requirements.
Talk Through Your Next Step
Contact the Oxford practice to ask about adolescent health support and arrange a conversation.