an overview on the psychological impact of endometriosis on adolescent girls’ life

Context: endometriosis is a chronic condition affecting 10% of women in their reproductive age worldwide. endometriosis symptoms can seriously impact the quality of life and the mental health of women. although it could be found in over 60% of adolescent girls and adolescents may suffer from advanced forms of it, there are not enough studies on psychological impacts of endometriosis in adolescence. evidence acquisition: in this narrative review study, research studies and systematic review studies conducted from 2000 to 2021 were searched in the pubmed, medline, and scopus with the following keywords: “young women or adolescents or adolescence” and “endometriosis” and “psychologic* or emotions or well-being or quality of life”. results: endometriosis symptoms substantially affect the psychological well-being of young women. they often report physical pain, reduced general health and vitality, poor physical and social functioning, as well as limitations in emotional functioning. conclusions: these data highlighted the need for increased awareness concerning this disease for its early diagnosis and focused on healthcare assistance and psychological support for adolescent girls with this condition.