Jakarta –
Nutrition needed for growth and development child. Not only for physical health, nutrition also affects their psychology, Mother.
One of the nutrients that plays an important role in psychological conditions is iron. According to a clinical nutrition specialist, dr. Nurul Ratna Mutu Manikam, M.Gizi, SpGK., Iron is important for children’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioral growth.
“Iron has an important role in the child’s body, especially to support their growth and development. Inadequate iron intake can lead to decreased intelligence, brain function and motor function,” said Nurul, who is also Chair of the Department of Clinical Nutrition, FKUI, virtual discussion. Iron as a National Health Issue in Indonesia and Its Impact on the Progress of Advanced Generation Children ‘via Zoom, Thursday (17/12/2020).
“In the long term, it can result in decreased performance in schools, changes in attention and social impact due to not being responsive to the surrounding environment, and changes in behavior in children, “he continued.
In children’s brain cells that are deficient in iron, neurotransmitter work is inhibited, Mother. This can lead to slower cognitive, behavioral, and emotional abilities.
Meanwhile, said child and family psychologist, Anna Surti Ariani, S.Psi., M.Sc., children who are deficient in iron are prone to learning difficulties and as adults find it difficult to compete in the world of work. Later on, these obstacles can also make them feel insecure, moody, and difficult to socialize.
“Iron deficiency not only has an impact on growth, but also on children’s development,” said the woman who is familiarly called Nina.
“The research found, children who experience deficiency iron, the IQ score is less than 10 scores than it should be. For example, on the Wechsler scale of 90 to 110, children with iron deficiency have an IQ of 80 below average, “said Nina.
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