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Statistics on children, youth and families in Vermont from the Annie E. Casey Foundation and Voices for Vermont's Children
Student depression
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Definition and Source
PROVIDER
Definition
Percent of students who reported they felt so sad or hopeless almost every day for at least two weeks that they stopped doing some normal activities
Data Source
Notes
The Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey is a biennial, voluntary survey
of students attending middle and high schools in Vermont. The survey
seeks to monitor trends in student health and risk behaviors. The
indicators as a whole reflect a broad definition of youth well-being.
Not only do the indicators monitor behaviors associated with negative
health and psychological outcomes, but they also measure "developmental
assets" - internal resources and skills, as well as community, school,
and other institutional supports. These assets foster the development
of thriving young adults.
Note: Prior to 2011, the survey was completed by students in grades 8-12. In 2011, the survey split into a high school survey (students in grades 9-12) and a middle school survey (students in grades 6-8). Comparisons should not be made between 2011 and prior years, since prior to 2011 the sample included students in grades 8-12.
Note: Prior to 2011, the survey was completed by students in grades 8-12. In 2011, the survey split into a high school survey (students in grades 9-12) and a middle school survey (students in grades 6-8). Comparisons should not be made between 2011 and prior years, since prior to 2011 the sample included students in grades 8-12.
Last Updated
August 2016