CLUSTERING ANALYSIS OF FAMILIES BASED ON RAPID EVALUATION OF FAMILY COUNSELING PROGRAM FOR STUNTING RISK IN KELURAHAN X, SAMARINDA CITY

Introduction. Stunting prevalence in East Kalimantan has decreased to 22.8%, although it has not yet reached the WHO target. However, in 2022, the stunting rate increased to 23.9%. Based on the results of the 2021 Indonesian Toddler Nutritional Status Survey (SSGBI), there are 4 regencies/cities that have an average lower than the provincial average, namely West Kutai (15.8%), Balikpapan City (17.6%), Mahakam Ulu Regency (20.3%), and Samarinda City (21.6%). The objective of this study is to measure the indicators in accordance with the Family Counseling Implementation Guidelines, whether or not they have been achieved, and to cluster families based on their understanding of stunting. Methods. A rapid survey was conducted in this study with the following stages: (1) Determining the survey problem and objectives clearly and concisely, (2) Determining the sample size and sampling method, (3) Developing survey instruments, (4) Organizing and implementing the survey, and (5) Analysis, interpretation, and reporting. The population was 207 with a sample of 69, categorized as pre-pregnancy (5 samples), pregnant women (29 samples), and postpartum (32 samples). Results and Discussion. The results of the study inform that 34.78% of respondents do not know the definition of stunting, 49.27% of respondents know the impact of stunting, 31.88% stated that the cause of stunting is lack of nutritional intake during pregnancy, 33% stated that they do not know the characteristics of babies born at risk of stunting, and 22.97% stated that the characteristics of stunted toddlers are slow growth. The cluster results are divided into 3, namely cluster 0, which is families with a high level of awareness and knowledge about stunting prevention, cluster 1 with a moderate level of awareness and knowledge, and cluster 2, which is families that are less aware and less involved in stunting prevention efforts. Conclusion. Different approaches are needed for each cluster, such as an education approach related to basic information for cluster 2 families and involvement in stunting prevention programs for families with high awareness. Keywords: awareness; stunting; families; cluster analysis