Factors Related to Socio-Emotional Development of Children Aged 0-6 Months First Life

Abstract

Objective: This study aims to identify the factors that affect social-emotional development in children aged 0-6 months.

Method: The study used an analytical survey method with a cross-sectional approach. Sampling was conducted using non-probability sampling techniques, with a total of 136 respondents. The inclusion criteria were parents with children aged 0-6 months. The instruments used included a demographic questionnaire and the Ages and Stages Questionnaires: Social-Emotional, Second Edition (ASQ:SE-2). The data analysis methods included ANOVA Bivariate Analysis and Linear Regression Analysis.

Results: Bivariate analysis showed significant relationships (p < 0.05) between infant and parental demographics with children's social-emotional development. Linear regression found sex, age, weight, parental education, and occupation significantly influenced emotional status. Girls showed better development than boys (β = 100.23, p = 0.00). The compliance aspect had the highest mean (1.83), while parental anxiety was the lowest (0.03). The overall mean score across seven aspects was 39.90 (SD ± 10.96).

Conclusion: Significant factors affecting the social-emotional development of infants aged 0-6 months include the baby's sex, age, current weight, parental education level, and occupation. Among the subdomains, compliance was the most dominant variable, while parental anxiety was the least influential.