Identifying the Sociocultural Barriers and Facilitating Factors to Nutrition-related Behavior Change

Abstract

Tailoring a communications strategy to Ntchisi, Malawi could only be done through formative research to understand the sociocultural factors influencing nutrition-related behaviors. A RAP approach allowed for a comprehensive understanding of this local environment.

Results of Applying Cultural Domain Analysis Techniques and Implications for the Design of Complementary Feeding Interventions in Northern Senegal

“…For these communities in northern Senegal, our findings suggest that more nuanced and differentiated interventions, as opposed to a "one-size fits all" approach, are likely to be more appropriate. [16][17][18]…”

Patterns and determinants of small‐quantity LNS utilization in rural Malawi and Mozambique: considerations for interventions with specialized nutritious foods

“…While cultural contexts differ and practices may somewhat vary by setting, this formative research suggests that for SQ‐LNS to have its desired effect within the context of a prevention‐focused nutrition intervention, the barrier of product sharing may be formidable. Using the sociocultural information generated from the larger formative research efforts within which these home‐feeding trials were nested (Kodish et al ,b) culturally appropriate and targeted BCC should be developed as a core component of programming (Kreuter et al ; Fabrizio et al ). After all, culture and health‐related practices are inextricably linked (Napier et al ).…”

“…The overarching formative research design, breadth of methods used and scope of data collected are described in detail elsewhere (Kodish et al . ,b).…”

“…; Kodish et al . ), only a limited number has tried to understand other behavioural factors that may facilitate or limit the appropriate household utilization of such a product.…”

“Generally the young mom suffers much:” Socio‐cultural influences of maternal capabilities and nutrition care in Uganda

“…In Uganda, maternal mental health, literacy education, and health care access are linked to child feeding and nutritional status (Ashaba, Rukundo, Beinempaka, Ntaro, & LeBlanc, 2015;Ickes et al, 2015). Despite this, many nutrition programs overlook differences in the social contexts, responsibilities, and beliefs of the caregivers they serve (Kodish, Aburto, Hambayi, Kennedy, & Gittelsohn, 2015;Flax, 2015;Paul et al, 2011).…”