LD 31 would only allow young people to maintain confidential healthcare if the teen is married, serving in the military or living independently of her parents. State legislators need to hear from Maine parents who support confidential medical care for our teens.
Studies show that when young people are assured that providers will maintain their confidentiality, they are more likely to seek safe and professional medical care and counseling. These bills would prohibit physicians from prescribing medications to teens or providing substance abuse or mental health treatment withou