The 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Data User’s Guide
The 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Data User’s Guide is a deleted CDC publication, preserved here in its unchanged original form. This document serves as a technical reference for researchers and analysts working with data from the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as part of the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS).
Key Features of the Guide:
Overview of YRBSS: Background, objectives, and the importance of tracking youth risk behaviors.
Survey Methodology: Sampling design, school and student selection, response rates, and weighting techniques.
Data Processing & Edits: Rules for validating, cleaning, and handling missing or inconsistent data.
Calculated & Analytical Variables: Explanation of BMI, race/ethnicity classification, and other computed measures.
Codebook & Variable Definitions: A detailed breakdown of survey questions, responses, and how they are coded.
Sexual Minority Data Analysis Notes: Guidelines for analyzing LGBTQ+ youth-related data points.
Software & Technical Notes: Information on using statistical software (SUDAAN, SAS, STATA, SPSS) for proper analysis.
Disclosure:
This document is presented in its original and unaltered form as it was prior to being removed from CDC's official archives. It provides critical insights into adolescent health trends and remains a valuable resource for public health professionals, policymakers, and researchers studying youth risk behaviors.
The 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Data User’s Guide is a deleted CDC publication, preserved here in its unchanged original form. This document serves as a technical reference for researchers and analysts working with data from the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as part of the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS).
Key Features of the Guide:
Overview of YRBSS: Background, objectives, and the importance of tracking youth risk behaviors.
Survey Methodology: Sampling design, school and student selection, response rates, and weighting techniques.
Data Processing & Edits: Rules for validating, cleaning, and handling missing or inconsistent data.
Calculated & Analytical Variables: Explanation of BMI, race/ethnicity classification, and other computed measures.
Codebook & Variable Definitions: A detailed breakdown of survey questions, responses, and how they are coded.
Sexual Minority Data Analysis Notes: Guidelines for analyzing LGBTQ+ youth-related data points.
Software & Technical Notes: Information on using statistical software (SUDAAN, SAS, STATA, SPSS) for proper analysis.
Disclosure:
This document is presented in its original and unaltered form as it was prior to being removed from CDC's official archives. It provides critical insights into adolescent health trends and remains a valuable resource for public health professionals, policymakers, and researchers studying youth risk behaviors.
The 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Data User’s Guide is a deleted CDC publication, preserved here in its unchanged original form. This document serves as a technical reference for researchers and analysts working with data from the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as part of the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS).
Key Features of the Guide:
Overview of YRBSS: Background, objectives, and the importance of tracking youth risk behaviors.
Survey Methodology: Sampling design, school and student selection, response rates, and weighting techniques.
Data Processing & Edits: Rules for validating, cleaning, and handling missing or inconsistent data.
Calculated & Analytical Variables: Explanation of BMI, race/ethnicity classification, and other computed measures.
Codebook & Variable Definitions: A detailed breakdown of survey questions, responses, and how they are coded.
Sexual Minority Data Analysis Notes: Guidelines for analyzing LGBTQ+ youth-related data points.
Software & Technical Notes: Information on using statistical software (SUDAAN, SAS, STATA, SPSS) for proper analysis.
Disclosure:
This document is presented in its original and unaltered form as it was prior to being removed from CDC's official archives. It provides critical insights into adolescent health trends and remains a valuable resource for public health professionals, policymakers, and researchers studying youth risk behaviors.