International Journal of Child Health and Nutrition
Scope & Guideline
Advancing pediatric wellness through innovative research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Childhood Nutrition and Dietary Practices:
Research exploring various aspects of childhood nutrition, including dietary intake, feeding practices, and the influence of maternal nutrition on child health outcomes. - Child Health and Disease Prevention:
Studies investigating the prevalence and impact of various diseases in children, including non-communicable diseases, allergies, and infectious diseases. - Impact of Socioeconomic Factors on Child Health:
Analyses examining how socioeconomic status, education, and cultural practices influence the health and nutritional status of children. - Intervention Studies and Health Programs:
Evaluations of health programs and interventions aimed at improving child health outcomes, such as vaccination programs, nutrition education, and community health initiatives. - Emerging Health Issues in Pediatrics:
Research focusing on new and emerging health challenges faced by children, such as the impacts of environmental factors, lifestyle changes, and pandemics.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Child Health:
A significant increase in research addressing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's health, nutrition, and mental wellbeing, emphasizing the need for recovery strategies. - Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses:
A growing trend towards conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses, reflecting a desire for comprehensive overviews of existing literature to inform practice and policy. - Technology and Health Interventions:
Emerging studies on the use of technology, such as mobile applications and telehealth, to improve health outcomes and nutritional education among children. - Global Health Disparities:
Increased focus on the disparities in child health and nutrition across different regions, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, aiming to address inequities. - Mental Health and Nutrition Interlinkages:
A rising interest in exploring the connections between mental health and nutrition, particularly concerning the psychological impacts of dietary habits and nutritional deficiencies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Nutritional Assessment Methods:
There has been a noticeable decrease in studies relying solely on traditional nutritional assessment methods, as newer technologies and methodologies are being adopted. - Focus on Single Disease Studies:
Research that previously concentrated on isolated diseases without considering comorbidities or broader health contexts is becoming less common, as there is a shift toward holistic approaches. - Parenting Styles and Child Behavior:
While still relevant, studies specifically examining parenting styles in isolation from other socio-environmental factors are appearing less frequently as integrative approaches gain traction.
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