Data source description: YRBSS measures health-related behaviors and experiences that can lead to death and disability among youth and adults. Results help monitor health trends, identify emerging issues, and plan and evaluate programs that can help improve adolescent health. Responses from adolescents were used to produce estimates of experiences, behaviors, and conditions related to mental health and well-being for the nation and participating states.

For additional information, please see: Mental Health Data Sources.

Tags: survey, yrbss, behavioral risk factor, mental health

Last updated: 2025-05-07 14:19:07+00:00