Health Condition 1: E44- Protein-calorie malnutrition of moderate and mild degree
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Psychosocial stimulation(age appropriate play and communication activities): A total no.of 0-5 years children diagnosed with undernutrition in these ICDS will be collected and the parti
Sponsors
Dr Sagetha J
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1)Children aged 0 months to 59 months who are permanent residents of rural field practice area. 2)Mothers of children who gave consent to participate in the study.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1)Under 5 children who were not present at home even after 3 consecutive visits. 2)Children with chronic severe illnesses, congenital disorders will be excluded from the study
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The nutritional status will be assessed and the factors affecting malnutrition could be identified. Timepoint: Pre intervention - 4 weeks Intervention phase - 36 weeks Post intervention - 8 weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Effectiveness of integrating of psychosocial stimulation(play and communication activities) to standard care among undernourished children.Timepoint: Pre intervention - 4 weeks Intervention phase - 36 weeks Post intervention - 8 weeks | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Sagetha J
Saveetha Medical College and Hospital
Outcome results
None listed