Indonesian Journal of Community Development
Vol 4, No 2 (2024): Indonesian Journal of Community Development

Optimizing the Growth and Development of Children Under Five Years Old as a Stunting Prevention

Septiana, Nenty (Unknown)
Sufriani, Sufriani (Unknown)
Nizami, Nevi Hasrati (Unknown)
Mariana, Inda (Unknown)
Fajri, Nova (Unknown)
Agustina, Sri (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Jan 2025

Abstract

Introduction: Stunting remains a significant health problem among children under five years old. If not addressed properly, it can lead to various other health issues. Enhancing the knowledge and skills of community health cadres in early detection of stunting through effective monitoring of children's growth and development is crucial to reducing its incidence. Objective: This activity aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of cadres in monitoring the growth and development of children under five years old to prevent stunting. Method: A community services activity includes the preparation, implementation, and evaluation stages. The target of this community service activity is the cadres of Gampong Rumpet, Krueng Barona Jaya District, Aceh Besar, Indonesia. Conclusion: The results of the activity show that there is an increase in the knowledge and abilities of cadres in optimizing the growth and development of children under five years old to prevent stunting.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJCD

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities Education Public Health Social Sciences

Description

This journal focuses on the publication of research articles in community settings and articles on the results of community service activities in any form, either in the form of products or in the form of modules and methods. This journal publishes publications from all fields in the fields of ...