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R.h. Alkhawarah , T. Esteki, A. Shirinabadi Farahani, M. Babaie, M. Nasiri,
Volume 10, Issue 4 (9-2022)
Abstract
Aims: The role of mothers as main caregivers in toddlers with diarrhea and their familiarity with the factors associated with diarrhea is very important in managing the disease and preventing mortality. This study aimed to investigate the mothers’ performance regarding feeding a toddler with diarrhea and related factors.
Instruments & Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was performed on 210 mothers who had toddlers with diarrhea that were selected through convenience sampling in Tehran, Iran, in 2021. The parental socio-demographic and toddler clinical characteristics questionnaire and Mother Performance questionnaire were used to collecting data. Data analysis was done using SPSS 20 software.
Findings: The mean age of the mothers and toddlers were 32.69±6.67 years and 23.97±7.24 months, respectively, and about 51.4% of toddlers were boys. The total mean scores of mothers’ performance was 121.92±8.37. There were significant differences in the mean scores of maternal performance based on the father's education level (p=0.03) and marital status (p=0.04). Furthermore, the frequent diarrhea and referral setting (p<0.0001) were significantly different in the hygiene principles and common beliefs dimension. Mothers with wanted pregnancy have better performance in the breastfeeding dimension (p=0.04).
Conclusion: The mothers’ performance regarding diarrhea and its dietary management is low, and less than half of them have a good level of knowledge. So it is necessary to improve and implement relevant policies to control and manage diarrhea.
T. Huriah, R. Az-Zahra, F.a. Yuniarti, S. Abdul Hamid,
Volume 11, Issue 3 (10-2023)
Abstract
Amis: Interconnected factors can cause increased stunting cases. One of the risk factors for stunting is adolescents’ lack of knowledge and attitudes. Various media, including Instagram, can be the reason behind the issue. This study aimed to determine the effect of providing the pre-marital education program through Instagram to increase the literacy and attitude of pre-marital couples regarding stunting prevention.
Materials & Methods: This quasi-experimental research with a pre-test and post-test design with a control group was conducted in pre-marital couples in the Gunung Kidul Regency from December 2021 to January 2022. The instruments were questionnaires (Google Forms) and educational media such as posters and videos via Instagram. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon and Mann-Whitney tests.
Findings: After receiving the pre-marital education program through Instagram, pre-marital couples were stunted in both the intervention and control groups. There was an increase in attitude in the intervention group after the intervention. The literacy and attitudes about stunting prevention were increased in pre-marital couples of the intervention compared to the control groups after being given pre-marital education through Instagram.
Conclusion: The pre-marital education program improves the literacy and attitudes about stunting prevention in pre-marital couples.
S.n.i. Habibarrahman , Y. Yusriani, M.k. Alwi,
Volume 11, Issue 3 (10-2023)
Abstract
Aims: The objective of this research was to examine whether there exists a correlation between certain attributes of a mother and her determination to make decisions independently and how these factors impact her actions toward stunted toddlers.
Instrument & Methods: A quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design was utilized in the work area of the Manuju Health Center from January to March 2023. By census method, the sample size was determined to be 102. Data was collected using a combination of interviews, observations, and questionnaires.
Findings: Knowledge, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, and amotivation had significant effects on the stunting toddler care behavior (χ2=83.95; df=8; p<0.001). The coefficient of determination indicated that 75.8% of the stunting toddler care behavior was influenced by knowledge, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, and amotivation. The characteristics had no significant effect on behavior (p=0.576), but the motivation had a direct significant effect on behavior (p<0.001).
Conclusion: Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation are the most influential parameters in stunting toddler care behavior.
