Adolescence and Youth

Everyone seems to be worried about youth. Indeed, many high school students practice behaviors that place them at risk for serious health and social problems. Whether it's violence, alcohol or drug use, sexual activity, or school failure, youth face many pressures and choices that deeply concern us. Adolescents face the opportunity to move from a period of high risk into one of high hope. Most will choose paths toward productive and satisfying lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Indicators of youth well-being in Hawai‘i

(click on indicator to link to Child and Families Indicator Database):

• College graduates
• Healthy Youth Diet
• High school graduates
• Idle teens (not in school, not working)
• Population, 0-17
• Public school enrollment
• Substance Use
  • Teen alcohol use
  • Teen marijuana use
  • Teen smoking