What is it about?
In coastal Indonesia, some children aren't getting the right nutrition. We studied 100 mothers in Bulak Banteng Village, East Java, and found that their motivation, challenges, self-belief, and action matter in feeding their kids well. Nurses should help mothers feel more motivated and capable of providing good nutrition to improve children's health.
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Why is it important?
Our study addresses the urgent issue of increasing malnutrition in coastal Indonesia's school-aged children. By identifying the factors influencing mothers' nutrition behavior, we offer practical insights for healthcare, policy, and community initiatives. This timely work is essential for improving children's health and will be of interest to a broad audience seeking effective solutions.
Perspectives
This publication is crucial as it highlights the vital role mothers play in tackling malnutrition among coastal Indonesia's school-aged children. It provides actionable insights, emphasizing the need for practical interventions that boost mothers' motivation and self-efficacy. Its timeliness is significant, given the global concern about malnutrition, making the findings relevant beyond Indonesia. In short, this work underscores the importance of understanding and empowering mothers to address public health challenges effectively.
Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga
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This page is a summary of: Mothers’ behaviour regarding school-Aged children’s nutrition: in Indonesia, Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, January 2018, Diva Enterprises Private Limited,
DOI: 10.5958/0976-5506.2018.01473.0.
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