Parental Factors and Their Role in Preventing Infectious Diarrhea in Children in Tanah Bumbu
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Diarrhea remains a major health concern among children in Indonesia, often caused by poor hygiene and inadequate nutrition. This study examined the relationship between parental age, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to balanced nutrition and Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (CHLB) in preventing infectious disease-related diarrhea. A quantitative approach was used with 32 parents of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students who participated in a community-based health education program. Data were collected using validated questionnaires measuring knowledge, attitudes, and behavior. Results showed a negative correlation between age and attitudes (r = -0.338), suggesting older parents tend to have less favorable attitudes toward nutrition and hygiene. Knowledge had a weak positive correlation with behavior (r = 0.203), while no significant correlation was found between attitudes and behavior. These findings indicate that while knowledge influences healthy practices, attitudes alone may not lead to behavior change. The study highlights the importance of integrated interventions that address both cognitive and structural factors. Health programs should target knowledge enhancement, positive attitude development, and improved access to sanitation to support sustainable behavior change in parents and reduce the risk of diarrhea in children.
Institution: Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta
Language: English
Topic: Public Health and Nutrition
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7220636548