GP follow-up after first diagnosing psychological problems among adolescents: a nationwide register-based study.

Background: Psychological problems are common among adolescents. Many GPs consider these problems challenging, even after diagnosis.

Aim: To explore how Norwegian GPs follow-up patients after a first diagnosis of a psychological problem at age 15-16 years.

Adolescents consulting general practitioners for psychological problems-a nationwide, register-based study in Norway.

Background: Psychological problems are increasing among adolescents, but little is known about the role of GPs in this area.

Objectives: This study aims to investigate the frequency of GP consultations with a psychological diagnosis in adolescence and predictors for such help seeking.

Methods: Nationwide longitudinal register-based study investigating GP consultations among adolescents aged 13-17 years (N = 123 516) in Norway.