Understanding adolescent health / John Coleman, Leo B. Hendry and Marion Kloep -- Young people : physical health, exercise and recreation / Ruth Lowry, John Kremer and Karen Trew -- Emotional health and well-being / John Coleman -- Eating disorders, dieting and body image / Susan Faulkner -- Sexual health / Lester Coleman -- Substance use in adolescence / Rutger C.M.E. Engels and Regina van den Eijnden -- Getting it right in health services for young people / Aidan Macfarlane and Ann McPherson -- Being different : adolescents, chronic illness and disability / Peter J. Helms -- Transitions for young people with complex health needs / Janet McDonagh -- Health promotion and health education / Donna Mackinnon -- Conclusion / John Coleman, Leo B. Hendry and Marion Kloep.