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Mongolia Global School-Based Student Health Survey 2010

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General Info
Provider 
World Health Organization (WHO)
Tabulations only
Geography 
Mongolia (MNG)
Coverage type 
Country
Time period covered 
02/2010 - 04/2010
Series or system 
STEPS Global School-Based Student Health Survey (GSHS)
Data type
Survey:
  • Cross-sectional
  • Facility (non-health)
  • Individual
Summary 

The Global School-Based Health Survey was designed to provide accurate data on health behaviors and protective factors among students, including dietary behaviors, hygiene, physical activity, drug and alcohol use, and violence and unintentional injury. It is often used to help countries develop priorities, establish programs and advocate for resources for school health programs, policies and youth health.

 In 2010, a total of 5,238 students in grades 7-12 participated in the survey with a response rate of 86%.
Keywords 
Alcohol use, Body mass index, Bullying, Illicit drug use, Mental health symptoms, Oral hygiene, Physical activity, Sexual behavior, Tobacco smoking, Unintentional injuries, Violence, Secondhand smoke
GHDx Entry last modified on: Aug 5, 2021