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The Role of Early Detection of Growth and Development in Identifying the Impact of Malnutrition and Stunting in Early Childhood Nasution, Homsani; Widia, Arneta; Ritonga, Ade Nurcahyani; Siregar, Zuhrona; Fitri, Raya Idul; Safitri, Inayatu
EDUCTUM: Journal Research Vol. 4 No. 6 (2025): Eductum: Journal Research
Publisher : Lembaga Riset Mutiara Akbar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56495/ejr.v4i6.1417

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Stunting and malnutrition in early childhood remain serious global health issues, particularly in Indonesia. According to the 2022 Indonesian Nutritional Status Survey (SSGI), the national stunting prevalence reached 21.6%, a decrease from the previous year, but still above the WHO threshold of 20%. This situation reflects a gap between nutritional intervention theory and the reality of implementation in the field, particularly in the aspect of early detection of growth and development. This study used a literature review method by reviewing various relevant national and international research results from 2019–2024. The results indicate that the implementation of the Early Growth and Development Stimulation, Detection, and Intervention (SDIDTK) program plays a crucial role in identifying growth and development disorders due to malnutrition and stunting in early childhood. Integrated implementation of SDIDTK with health and education services has been shown to increase the effectiveness of interventions and accelerate the reduction of stunting rates. In conclusion, strengthening the early detection system for growth and development through cross-sectoral synergy is a fundamental strategy for creating a healthy and high-quality generation of Indonesian children.
Early detection and optimization of early childhood growth and development Karima, Karima; Lubis, Eka Jelita; Nabila, Mauliza; Khairani, Rida; Nasution, Homsani
EDUCTUM: Journal Research Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Eductum: Journal Research
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56495/ejr.v5i1.1423

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Early childhood development is the main foundation for the quality of human resources in the future, therefore it requires serious attention through early detection and efforts to optimize sustainable growth and development. This article aims to examine the concept of early detection of early childhood growth and development and analyze its role in optimizing child development based on the findings of the latest research. This research uses a qualitative approach with a systematic literature review method. Data sources were obtained from academic books, articles from national journals accredited by SINTA 1–3, and reputable international journals published between 2020–2024. Data analysis was conducted through content analysis and thematic analysis to identify key concepts, patterns of findings, and the relationship between early detection and optimization of early childhood growth and development. The results of the study indicate that early detection is a systematic process that encompasses aspects of physical growth, cognitive development, language, socio-emotional, and child behavior. Early detection followed by appropriate stimulation and intervention has been shown to have positive implications for optimizing child growth and development holistically. This study confirms that early detection functions not only as a screening tool, but also as a strategic foundation in planning integrated, collaborative, and sustainable early childhood development stimulation.