Risna Ayu Rahmadani
Department of Midwifery, University of Muhammadiyah Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

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Effectiveness of nutrition education on stunting prevention behavior in mothers under five Risna Ayu Rahmadani; Ari Setiawati; Indrawati Aris; Anita Lontaan; Prasetyowati Prasetyowati
Jurnal Edukasi Ilmiah Kesehatan Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Volume 3 Number 1 April 2025
Publisher : Edukasi Ilmiah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61099/junedik.v3i1.68

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Introduction: Stunting is a global health problem that impacts children's growth and development. One of the main factors contributing to stunting is the lack of maternal knowledge about balanced nutrition. Nutrition education is expected to increase mothers' understanding of healthy eating and toddler stunting prevention practices. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of nutrition education on changes in maternal behavior in preventing stunting in toddlers. Materials and Methods: This study uses a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest approach with a control group. The sample consisted of mothers with toddlers, selected by purposive sampling. The intervention group was given nutrition education through counseling media and interactive discussions, while the control group did not receive the intervention. Results: The study showed a significant increase in mothers' knowledge and practice of nutrition after being given nutrition education (p<0.05). In addition, there were substantial differences between the intervention and control groups regarding stunting prevention behavior. Conclusions: Nutrition education has been proven effective in increasing maternal knowledge and behavior and preventing toddler stunting. Therefore, public health programs need to expand nutrition education interventions to reduce stunting incidence.
Effectiveness of comprehensive reproductive health education on adolescent sexual risk behavior and health literacy: quasi-experimental study Zumrotul Ula; Awatiful Azza; Sitti Zakiyyah Putri; Risna Ayu Rahmadani; Indryani Indryani
Jurnal Ilmiah Kesehatan Sandi Husada Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): Articles in Press
Publisher : LPPM Politeknik Sandi Karsa, South Sulawesi, Indonesia

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Introduction: Adolescent sexual risk behavior remains a significant concern in resource-limited settings, often driven by inadequate reproductive health literacy and limited access to accurate information. Comprehensive reproductive health education (CRHE) has been proposed as an integrated approach to address both behavioral and cognitive determinants. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of CRHE in reducing sexual risk behavior and improving health literacy among adolescents. Research Methodology: A quasi-experimental study with a non-equivalent control group design was conducted among 156 adolescents aged 15–19 years. Participants were equally allocated into intervention and control groups. The intervention consisted of structured CRHE sessions delivered over eight weeks. Data were collected using validated questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics, bivariate tests, and multivariate regression models. Statistical significance was set at α = 0.05. Results: The intervention group demonstrated a significantly higher likelihood of reducing sexual risk behavior compared to the control group (OR = 3.12; 95% CI: 1.52–6.38; p = 0.001). Health literacy scores were also significantly improved (β = 11.4; 95% CI: 8.2–14.6; p < 0.001). These findings remained robust after adjusting for potential confounders. Conclusion: CRHE is effective in improving both behavioral and cognitive outcomes among adolescents in resource-limited settings. Integrating such interventions into school-based programs may enhance adolescent health literacy and reduce risky sexual practices. The findings support the implementation of comprehensive, context-sensitive educational strategies as part of broader public health initiatives.