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2009 Global School-based Student Health Survey: British Virgin Islands Fact Sheet Summary

The 2009 Global School-based Student Health Survey (GSHS) in the British Virgin Islands assessed various health behaviors and risk factors among 13–15-year-old students in grades 1–5. Key findings highlight significant issues across alcohol consumption, diet, drug use, mental health, physical activity, and violence.

Methodology involved a census-based school survey with 100% school response and 90% student participation (1,664 students), using self-reported data via computer-scannable sheets for comparison purposes.

Main categories include:

• Alcohol use: About 33% of students drank alcohol in the past 30 days, with higher rates among girls and early first use.
• Dietary behaviors: High percentages of students were overweight (37%) or obese (18%).
• Drug use: Nearly all users initiated drug use before age 14.
• Hygiene: Low adherence to daily dental and hand hygiene practices.
• Mental health: Elevated levels of suicidal ideation (15–20%) and attempts (12–15%).
• Physical activity: Most students were insufficiently active, with low PE attendance.
• Sexual behaviors: Over a third had intercourse, often early, with varying condom use.
• Tobacco use: Moderate smoking rates, often initiated early.
• Violence and unintentional injury: High incidence of physical fights (35%) and injuries.

Additional details indicated fewer than 100 students for some drug user categories among girls. For more information, contact the specified authority.

Data provided is focused on students aged 13–15 from the survey.