Risk Factors for Stunting in Children Aged 2-3 Years in Sukamakmur District, Aceh Besar Regency
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Stunting can cause serious impacts including impaired physical and cognitive growth and development, decreased body resistance to infection, and the risk of long-term health problems. The prevalence of stunting among children under five in 2023 in Aceh was recorded at 27.9%, and in Aceh District it was 25.8%. This research aims to determine the risk factors for stunting in children aged 2-3 years in Sukamakmur District, Aceh Besar Regency. Research Observational research with a cross-sectional design. The population includes all stunted toddlers in Sukamakmur District totaling 131 people. The statistical analysis used is Partial Least Square with smartPLS 3.0. Results: There was a relationship between maternal factors (t=5,259; p=0.000), child factors (t=2,556; p=0.000), and environmental factors with the incidence of stunting in children aged 2-3 in Sukamakmur District, Aceh Besar Regency (t= 3,594; p=0.000). Furthermore, there was a relationship between maternal factors (t=4.155; p= 0.000) and environmental factors with child factors on the incidence of stunting in toddlers aged 2-3 years (t=3.397; p= 0.001). Conclusion: Maternal factors are a very significant factor in the incidence of stunting in children aged 2-3 years in Sukamakmur District, Aceh Besar Regency. Furthermore, child and environmental factors also influence the incidence of stunting in children aged 2-3 years in Sukamakmur District, Aceh Besar Regency.
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