Thank you for your interest in the 2009/10 HBSC Study Protocol. Please follow the steps below in order to register to access the document.

It is important to note that the registration system is being trialled by the HBSC Network for the next six months. During this period, all registrations will need to be approved by the HBSC International Coordinating Centre. In most cases, the International Coordinating Centre will provide an electronic response regarding whether you have been granted access to the Protocol within 48 hours of making your application. However, some cases may take longer to process. Should we have any questions regarding your registration form, we will contact you directly.

The HBSC Network thank you, in advance, for your time and cooperation during this trial period. Should you have any questions or concerns, please email:

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For those registering to use the complete HBSC Study Protocol in their research from a country outside of HBSC Network countries, the HBSC Network offers several collaborative opportunities, including becoming an HBSC Linked Project.

Yes, I would like information about how to become a Linked Project. /

The HBSC Data Use Policy restricts the use of the entire HBSC Study Protocol or setting up an HBSC study in an existing HBSC Member Country.

Yes, I would be interested in working with an existing HBSC country. /


HBSC Study Protocol Registration Form

Instructions: Please provide as much information as possible to ensure your request can be dealt with in a timely manner.

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*How do you intend to use the protocol including mandatory questionnaire in your work? Please answer ALL that apply.

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Sub-question 1: Please give a list of any publications you expect to produce using HBSC methodologies.

Research interest

Sub-question 1: Please give a list of any publications you expect to produce using HBSC methodologies. Will you also use HBSC data?

Use of some HBSC Survey items in your research. See Terms and Conditions below.

Sub-question 1: How many HBSC items will you be using in your research? Please give a brief description of how HBSC items will be used in your research.

Sub-question 2: Please give a list of any publications you expect to produce using HBSC methodologies.

Use of the entire mandatory questionnaire in your country or region? See Terms and Conditions below.

Sub-question 1: Please give a brief description of your research and how HBSC items will be used in this research.

Use of HBSC Study Protocol to develop the HBSC Study in your country or region. See Terms and Conditions below.

Sub-question 1: Please give a brief description of how HBSC items will be used in your research.

Other. Please explain.


Terms and Conditions

All registrations for the HBSC 2009/10 Research Protocol will vetted and approved by the HBSC Network. Access to the HBSC 2009/10 Research Protocol will only be given to academics, international organisations, and public sector researchers working in relevant fields. Under no circumstances will the Protocol be provided for the purposes of commercial interests. The HBSC Network reserves the right to deny applications from researchers/research groups whose work will jeopardise HBSC research in any way, is commercial in nature, or contrary to the ethos of the HBSC Network.

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HBSC Study Protocol Registration Form

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