Exploring The Determinants of Stunting in Children Aged 12-24 Months: A Case Study in Malang Regency

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10.2991/978-94-6239-770-5_13How to use a DOI?

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Stunting; Energy; Protein; Parenting Style; Children Under Two

Abstract

Stunting remains a major public health issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, including Indonesia. It is a multifaceted problem, can caused by inadequate nutrition, poor sanitation, and socioeconomic conditions. This study aimed to analyse the determinants of stunting among children aged 12–24 months. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Pujon and Ngantang subdistricts, Malang regency, involving 69 pairs of mothers and children. Data on anthropometry, dietary intake, socio-demographics, hygiene and sanitation were collected using structured questionnaires and direct measurements. The study found that 33.3% of children were stunted and severely stunted. Bivariate analysis showed no statistically significant associations between the examined risk factors and stunting (p>0.05). However, non-significant trends indicated that adequate energy (OR=0.22; p=0.090) and protein (OR=0.54; p = 0.233) intake, as well as good parenting style (OR=0.50; p=0.208), may be associated with a reduced risk of stunting. Further studies with larger samples and longitudinal designs are needed to explore the complex interactions between nutritional, environmental, and socioeconomic factors in childhood stunting.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Annisa Rizky Maulidiana
AU  - Nia Novita Wirawan
AU  - Hayu Iyaka Nastaina
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/09/04
TI  - Exploring The Determinants of Stunting in Children Aged 12-24 Months: A Case Study in Malang Regency
BT  - Proceedings of the 6th International Nursing and Health Sciences Symposium (INHSS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 117
EP  - 127
SN  - 2468-5739
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6239-770-5_13
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6239-770-5_13
ID  - Maulidiana2026
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