Kentucky Students’ Health and Academic Achievement
YOUTH RISK BEHAVIOR SURVEY (YRBS)
What is the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS)? A nationwide survey produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to monitor the six health-risk behaviors of youth: – Physical activity – Dietary behaviors – Tobacco use – Alcohol and other drug use – Behaviors that contribute to unintentional injuries and violence (including suicide) – Sexual risk behaviors Data is collected every other year, during the odd numbered years, in grades 6-8 and 9-12
How is YRBS Data Used? Describe risk behaviors Create awareness Set program goals Develop programs and polices Support health-related legislation Seek funding
For More Information on the YRBS, Contact: Stephanie Bunge, School Health Consultant Coordinated School Health Team Kentucky Department of Education 500 Mero Street, 19 th Floor Frankfort, KY (502)
KENTUCKY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
* 2011 Kentucky High School YRBS
KENTUCKY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS
* 2011 Kentucky Middle School YRBS