RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND DESCRIPTION
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Adolescents ages 13-16
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Tretinoin
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Facial acne
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6 month period
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Detailed explanation-1: -Topical retinoids approved for treatment of acne vulgaris are indicated only down to age 12 years, with the exception of tretinoin 0.05% gel (Atralin), which is approved for use in children as young as 10 years of age.
Detailed explanation-2: -Mild acne-Mild infantile and mid-childhood acne can be managed with topical treatments. A low-strength topical retinoid (tretinoin 0.025% cream or adapalene 0.1% gel) or benzoyl peroxide 2.5% cream applied once daily are typically used.
Detailed explanation-3: -Absolutely. You may experience breakouts in the usual areas, but you might also get pimples in new areas or a larger or lesser amount than normal. Everybody’s experience is different, but dermatologists agree: the most important thing you can do is trust the process and stick with it.