Ghana Global School-Based Student Health Survey 2008
General Info
Coverage type
Country
Time period covered
September, 2008 - October, 2008
Series or system
Data type
Survey:
Facility (non-health) - Individual - Interview - Nationally representative
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, tobacco and drug 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.
The 2008 Ghana GSHS used a two-stage cluster sample design to achieve a representative sample. It was administered to senior high school students in 75 schools selected from three sampling zones. A total of 7,137 students completed the survey.
Keywords
Absenteeism, Age at first sex, Alcohol use, Amphetamine use disorders, Bullying, Burns, Cannabis use disorders, Cocaine use disorders, Condoms, Secondhand smoke, Fruits, Health literacy, Height, Hygiene, Illicit drug use, Insecticide-treated bednets, Interpersonal violence, Malaria, Oral hygiene, Physical activity, STDs, Sexual behavior, Suicide, Tobacco smoking, Vegetables, Weight
Citation
Contributors
Suggested citation
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Middle Tennessee State University, World Health Organization (WHO). Ghana Global School-Based Student Health Survey 2008.