Assessment of Cognitive, Attitudinal and Behavioural Competence of Anganwadi Workers Regarding Integrated Child Development Services (Icds) Services in District Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Background: The dietary and health condition of ICDS recipients has been the focus of the majority of research. Given that AWW are the primary resource persons, there has been less emphasis placed on assessing their knowledge and understanding of the suggested ICDS programs. Objective: Assessment of cognitive, attitudinal and behavioral competence of Anganwadi workers regarding ICDS services in district Dehradun, Uttarakhand Methods: Using the convenience sample method, this cross-sectional study was carried out over the course of one month at AWC’s situated within the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), Dehradun's field practice region. Conclusion: Out of 24 AWWs, 79.2% had adequate knowledge, 83.4% had positive attitude and 75% had good practices regarding ICDS services.
DOI: 10.37506/9xedyk96
Authors: Suraj Jaguri, Neha Verma, A.K. Srivastava, Himanshu Mamgain
Institution: Swami Rama Himalayan University
Language: English
Topic: Public Health and Nutrition
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4408312461