Software for Analysis of Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) Data

摘要

Youth Risk Behavior Surveys (YRBS) employ a complex sampling design. Therefore, to analyze YRBS data correctly, statistical software packages that account for this sampling design must be used. This document describes five statistical software packages appropriate for analyzing YRBS data: SUDAAN, SAS, STATA, SPSS, and Epi Info. For each statistical software package, information on analytic capabilities, data requirements, variance estimation, and survey degrees of freedom is provided along with sample design statements and a sample program. Tables 1 and 2 provide a comparison of features across the five statistical software packages. Table 3 compares the results of National YRBS analyses using procedures within each statistical software package. This document is intended for analysts familiar with statistical software packages and with YRBS data in general. It does not explain all details and issues related to analyzing YRBS data or how to use all procedures available in each statistical software package.