Psychosomatic symptoms in adolescence.

This article provides the physician with an efficient and comprehensive method for the evaluation and management of adolescent psychosomatic symptoms in the medical care setting. The physician should make a firm statement of the nonorganic nature of the psychosomatic symptom, identify significant stressors, and provide strong recommendations for immediate action. Appropriate referrals should be arranged, and a follow-up visit to assess progress several weeks after the evaluation should be scheduled.