Have they made an effort to make their surgery youth friendly? - What sort of magazines or games do they have, is there a radio, do they have information available about common health issues for youth, do the staff treat you with consideration and respect, does the doctor explain things in a way that you can understand?

 

Do they give you all the time you need to talk about what's on your mind? - A good GP will make sure that you have the opportunity to fully discuss your concerns and ask any questions that you need to. They shouldn't rush you or tell you that "your time's up". Be aware however that most GPs only allow about ten minutes for each consultation so if you think you will need longer make sure that you tell them when you ring for the appointment.
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