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Findings of Health Behaviour in School-aged Children in Ireland from 1998-2018

NUI Galway report highlights trends in children’s health behaviours over 20 years. HBSC study reveals an overall decrease across all substance use measures; an increase in young people reporting pressure from schoolwork; and more children report feeling low.

By Chantal Thurlby-Alexander Updated 4 min read
Aislinn O’Byrne (left), aged 13, Gabrielle O’Byrne, aged 11, at NUI Galway for launch of HBSC Trends Report

NUI Galway report highlights trends in children’s health behaviours over 20 years

HBSC study reveals an overall decrease across all substance use measures; an increase in young people reporting pressure from schoolwork; and more children report feeling low

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