Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) of Anganwadi Teachers in Relation to Nutrition Education
M.Vasanthi
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Department of Home Science Extension and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University-522034, India.
M.S. Chaitanya Kumari
Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University, Andhra Pradesh, India.
B. Vijayabhindana
Department of Home Science Extension and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University-522034, India.
R. Padmaja
Department of Home Science Extension and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University-522034, India.
J. Lakshmi
Department of Home Science Extension and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University-522034, India.
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Abstract
Nutrition has a significant impact on human health and well-being. Nutrition education helps address nutrition-related issues by disseminating nutrition knowledge and implementing desired changes in Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP). This study examined the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Anganwadi teachers regarding nutrition instruction for pregnant and lactating women. Data was gathered using pre-tested questionnaires to determine a sample size of 45 respondents from three mandals in the Guntur district. A random sample technique was employed to select responders. Anganwadi teachers scored poorly on baseline tests, exhibiting poor attitudes and behaviors, and low to medium levels of knowledge. After one month of the Anganwadi teacher intervention program, the End-Line test showed a significant change in knowledge, attitude, and practices (t = 10.5). These results can be used to develop digital nutrition education programs that aim to modify respondents' behaviour (KAP) and serve as ready reckoners in the event of unexpected outbreaks.
Keywords: Anganwadi teachers, baseline, endline, KAP and nutrition education