Risk factors of stunting among under-fives in Indonesia: A literature review
Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Population, and Health Promotion of Public Health, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2023, 20(02), 108–111
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2023.20.2.2209
Publication history:
Received on 19 September 2023; revised on 28 October 2023; accepted on 30 October 2023
Abstract:
Stunting is a major global nutritional problem, impacting 165 million children worldwide, with Indonesia ranking fifth among countries with high stunting rates. It is associated with increased health risks, reduced physical and cognitive development, and higher mortality rates in children. The aim of this research is to identify the factors influencing the occurrence of stunting in Indonesia. The research method utilized is a literature review, which involves searching for research articles from the electronic database Google Scholar using keywords such as Stunting, causal factors, Low Birth Weight, exclusive breastfeeding, and immunization. From the research findings, it can be concluded that the occurrence of Stunting is caused by risk factors such as exclusive breastfeeding (4 articles), Low Birth Weight (3 articles), Immunization (2 articles), and maternal education (2 article). Addressing these multifaceted factors is paramount for developing comprehensive strategies aimed at reducing stunting prevalence and promoting the healthy growth and development of Indonesian children.
Keywords:
Stunting; Causal factors; Low Birth Weight; Exclusive breastfeeding; Immunization
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