Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Parents and/or adolescents may wish to ask their doctor or healthcare professional the following questions regarding adolescent development:

For parents:

1. My daughter has lost 15 pounds in the last three months. Does this mean she has an eating disorder?
   
   
2. I think my teen is having sex. What is the best way to discuss it with her/him?
   
   
3. I recently discovered that my daughter is using diet pills. How can I get her to stop?
   
   
4. My teen wants to get a tattoo. Are there any health risks involved?
   
   
5. How can I get my teen to confide in me more?

For teens:

1. How can I effectively treat my acne and prevent future outbreaks?
   
   
2. I am 15 and have not started menstruating. Is this normal?
   
   
3. I am 14 and male and have noticed an enlargement of breast tissue. Is this normal for guys and how can I get rid of it?
   
   
4. I recently started having sex. How can I prevent pregnancy and any sexually transmitted diseases?
   
   
5. My menstrual periods are heavy, very painful and last longer than a week. Is this normal?