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Parental Awareness, Understanding, and Factors of Stunting among Preschool Children

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Undernutrition, including stunting, is a global issue, with significant prevalence in Asia, including Malaysia. Stunting, characterized by low height-for-age in children under five, is a critical health concern. This study focused on parents in Puncak Alam, Selangor, to assess their awareness and understanding of stunting factors. Using a cross-sectional quantitative approach with 137 participants, the study found that most parents had a good awareness and understanding of stunting. Parental education emerged as a key factor influencing understanding. These findings can guide policymakers and health professionals in reducing stunting and improving children's health in Malaysia.

Source: Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal

DOI: 10.21834/e-bpj.v9i30.6220

Authors: Norhaini Majid, Mohd Ramadan Ab Hamid, Muhammad Fazlin Musa, Suryanto Suryanto

Institutions: Universiti Teknologi MARA System, Universiti Teknologi MARA, University of Brawijaya

Language: English

Topic: Public Health and Nutrition

Subfield: Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404076295

FWCI: 1.231

Cites: 20

Cited by: 2

Related to: 10