Youth Risk Behavior Survey

     The Youth Risk Behavior Survey was developed in 1990 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to monitor priority health risk behaviors that contribute to the leading causes of death, disability, and social problems among youth and adults in the United States

     Health risk behaviors are often established during childhood and early adolescence.  These behaviors are identified by the CDC as unintentional and intentional injuries, tobacco use, unhealthy dietary behaviors, physical inactivity, alcohol and other drug use, and violence/injury.

     Tennessee began participating in the YRBS survey in1991.  The state receives both technical assistance and financial support form the CDC to conduct the YRBS.  Sweetwater City School students in grades 6-8 are surveyed every other year.  The survey is voluntary and completely anonymous.  When participation rates are high among selected schools, the results of the YRBS may be generalized to all students in the state in grades 6-8.

      The survey has been designed to protect your child's privacy.  Students will not put their names on the survey or be identified in any way.  Survey results will be invaluable in addressing the exact needs of our students.  The results of this survey will enhance Tennessee's ability to design, implement, and evaluate the youth component of the Coordinated School Health initiative