Abstract
Focal points The aim of this abstract is to describe the psychosocial context of medicine-taking for young people living with arthritis Family partnerships, relationships with peers, and the demands of school life all impact significantly on the medicine-taking practices of young people To be able to provide meaningful advice and services for young people, pharmacists must consider the psychosocial contextual factors in young people's lives that influence medicine-taking Better communication with the local rheumatology team, and an understanding of their prescribing practice, would equip pharmacists to support young people with JIA