New Mexico Youth Risk and Resiliency 2015 Survey Results Report: Students with Physical Disabilities
Document Type
Report
Publication Date
2017
Abstract
Students with disabilities experience numerous challenges and risks, including from bullying and other forms of violence, lower overall physical activity and difficulties stemming from accessibility issues. They are also more prone to a sedentary lifestyle, which can lead to chronic health issues. Students with physical disabilities are more likely to engage in risky behaviors than students without disabilities, and also demonstrate decreased protective factors. In 2015, 11.3% of New Mexico high school students had a physical disability or long-term illness.
Recommended Citation
FitzGerald, C; D Green; T Bannerman; and L Penaloza. "New Mexico Youth Risk and Resiliency 2015 Survey Results Report: Students with Physical Disabilities." (2017). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/prc-reports-documents/26
Comments
This report was produced by the NM Department of Health, the NM Public Education Department, and the University of New Mexico Prevention Research Center. The NM-YRRS receives support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in cooperation with the NM PED through Grant number 1U87PS004195-01.