It is logical that giving voice to adolescents through listening allows nurses to understand the cognitive, socio-cultural and physical aspects related to youth. Understanding adolescence allows nursing to make prudent healthcare decisions when a complicated situation arises. To understand the importance of understanding the adolescence stage, two competency statements are used, namely the theory of history and Freire's philosophical perspectives. Story theory provides a criterion for collecting stories about adolescent health, and Freire's philosophical vision guides the thinking. Understanding aspects of the adolescent phase can promote positive interactions with healthcare professionals, resulting in safer decision making. (Colman,