Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)
Malnutrition's Shadow on Early Cognitive Development in Ghana: A Psychosocial Perspective
Osagyefo Kwesi, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana)
Abena Adowa, University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA)
Kofi Kwame, Department of Research, Ashesi University
Achamfu Yawaa, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18834052
Published: November 5, 2006
Abstract
Malnutrition is a prevalent issue in early childhood development, particularly in resource-limited settings such as Ghana. A qualitative approach will be employed through interviews with caregivers and educators to gather data from selected communities in Ghana. Early psychosocial interventions are critical for mitigating the adverse effects of malnutrition on cognitive development. Investment in community health programmes and educational support is recommended to improve nutritional status and promote early childhood development.
How to Cite
Osagyefo Kwesi, Abena Adowa, Kofi Kwame, Achamfu Yawaa (2006). Malnutrition's Shadow on Early Cognitive Development in Ghana: A Psychosocial Perspective. African Sociology of Aging (Sociology focus), Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18834052
Keywords
African geographydevelopmental lagmalnutritionpovertycognitive impairmentpsychosocial stressqualitative inquiry