Yearly Youth Health Survey: more unhealthy behaviour among young people
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment’s (RIVM) and Municipal Public Health Services carried out their yearly Youth Health Monitor. This survey was made up of more than 188,000 Year 9 and 11 students in mainstream secondary education conducted by the Municipal Public Health Services and RIVM in the autumn of 2023.
Findings showed that fewer young people aged 12 to 16 are less positive about their health than in previous years. In addition, their mental health has not recovered after the COVID-19 pandemic. There has also been an increase in unhealthy behaviour, such as vaping and problematic use of social media.
Type
Data Sources, Governmental / Institutional / Public Health Statutory Body Document
Theme
Governance, Health in All Policies, Economy of Wellbeing, Health Impact Assessment, sustainable development, Mental health, addiction
Country
Netherlands
Level
National
Year
2024
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