Investigation shows higher anxiety and psychosocial issues in girls with idiopathic CPP compared to healthy controls, indicating the need for awareness.
Key Points
To explore the emotional and psychosocial impacts of idiopathic central precocious puberty (CPP) in girls compared to healthy peers.
21 girls with idiopathic CPP and 22 healthy controls were evaluated
Participants underwent psychiatric assessments using KSADS-PL, RCADS-CV, PedsQL, and other scales
Parents completed various questionnaires regarding their children's behavioral and emotional health.
Higher rates of anxiety disorders observed in girls with CPP (p<0.05)
Significant differences in impulsivity, physical and school functioning reported for CPP cases
Notable impairments in emotion regulation, peer relationships, and quality of life identified.