This shift in responsibility may be significant, as limited survey data reported that most adolescents (68%) relied on parents and guardians to remind them to carry their SIEs. 10 Those with self-described “overprotective mothers” were more likely to fall in a lower behavioral risk group, noted in the study to be the group significantly more likely to carry their SIE, ask about allergenic ingredients when eating out, and avoid other high-risk behaviors. 10 Disclosure of allergy status in a new environment is an issue of concern.
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