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INFLUENCE OF SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES ON THE NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN IN ABUJA MUNICIPAL AREA COUNCIL, ABUJA, NIGERIA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page i
Declaration ii
Approval Page iii
Dedication iv
Abstract vi
Table of Contents vii
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Inroduction 1
1.2 Background of the study 3
1.3 Statement of the General Problem 4
1.4 Objective of the study 5
1.5 Significance of the study 5
1.6 Statement of hypothesis 6
1.7 Scope of the study 6
1.8 Limitation of the study 7
1.9 Definition of terms 7
CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
2.0 Introduction 9
2.1 Review of related literature 9
2.2 Theoretical framework
2.3 Summary of review 33
CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1 Introduction 35
3.2 Research design 35
3.3 Area of study 35
3.4 Population of the study 36
3.5 Sample size 36
3.6 Instrument for data collection 36
3.7 Reliability of the instrument 37
3.8 Validity of the Instrument 38
3.9 Method of data Collection 38
3.10 Method of Data Analysis 39
CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
4.1 Introduction 41
4.2 Characteristics of the respondents 41
4.3 Presentation of Data Analysis 43
4.4 Discussion of Findings 48
4.5 Summary of findings 49
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Summary 51
5.2 Conclusion 52
5.3 Recommendation 53
Biography 54
Appendix 56
Abstract:
Childhood malnutrition remains a significant public health concern in many developing countries, including Nigeria. This study aims to investigate the influence of socio-demographic variables on the nutritional status of primary school children in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Abuja, Nigeria.
A cross-sectional study design was employed, and a representative sample of primary school children aged 6 to 12 years was selected using a multistage sampling technique. Socio-demographic data, including age, gender, household income, parental education, and occupation, were collected through structured questionnaires. Anthropometric measurements such as weight, height, and body mass index (BMI) were obtained to assess the nutritional status of the children.
Preliminary findings from the study suggest that socio-demographic variables play a crucial role in determining the nutritional status of primary school children in Abuja Municipal Area Council. The results indicate a significant association between household income and nutritional status, with children from lower-income households being more likely to experience malnutrition. Additionally, parental education and occupation were found to be important determinants of nutritional status, with higher levels of education and occupation associated with better nutritional outcomes.
Furthermore, gender differences were observed, with boys exhibiting higher rates of overweight and obesity compared to girls, while girls had higher rates of undernutrition. These findings highlight the need for gender-specific interventions that address the unique nutritional challenges faced by boys and girls in the study area.
The study underscores the importance of considering socio-demographic factors in designing effective interventions to improve the nutritional status of primary school children. Targeted programs should be implemented to address the specific challenges faced by children from low-income households and promote parental education and occupation as means to improve overall nutritional outcomes.
In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights into the influence of socio-demographic variables on the nutritional status of primary school children in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Nigeria. The findings emphasize the need for comprehensive strategies involving education, income generation, and gender-specific interventions to combat childhood malnutrition in the study area and similar settings.
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