2014-12-31-世界卫生组织-2015_GSHS_Fact_Sheet_Curaçao_5页_267kb

报告摘要

Global School-based Student Health Survey (GSHS) - Curacao 2015 Summary

Overview

The 2015 Global School-based Student Health Survey (GSHS) for Curacao was a comprehensive study assessing health behaviors and risk factors among school students. It aimed to monitor key health issues and provide data for public health interventions.

Survey Methodology

Design: A two-stage cluster sampling approach was used, selecting schools proportional to enrollment size and then randomly choosing classes.
Participants: Students in grades 1-6 (aged 13-17) were surveyed. A total of 2,765 students participated across the island.
Response Rates: School response rate was 96%, student response rate 86%, and overall response rate 83%.
Data Collection: Students self-reported responses using a computer-assisted method.

Health Areas Covered

The survey encompassed multiple domains, including:

Alcohol use
Dietary behaviors
Drug use
Hygiene practices
Mental health (e.g., suicidal ideation and attempts)
Physical activity
Protective factors (e.g., parental involvement)
Sexual behaviors
Tobacco use
Violence and unintentional injuries.

Key Findings Highlights

Substance Use: Notable prevalence of alcohol and tobacco consumption, especially among older age groups, alongside risk factors like early initiation.
Mental Health: High rates of suicide ideation and attempts, indicating significant mental health concerns.
Risk Behaviors: Low engagement in preventive activities like physical activity and parental oversight, coupled with high incidents of violence and injury.
Public Health Implications: Data underscores the need for targeted interventions on topics such as substance abuse prevention and mental health support among adolescents.

For additional details, refer to the original fact sheet or contact the provided entities.

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