Breastfeeding Measurement - How Do We Define and Measure Breastfeeding Cessation Across Scientific Disciplines?
M A Theurich1,2, J Gencel-Augusto1,2, M S Butler3
1Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU Munich), Munich, Germany.
Summary
This study refines the definition of breastfeeding cessation, offering guidance on measurement levels and tools. It aims to standardize terminology for infant feeding transitions in research.
Area of Science:
- Infant and child nutrition research
- Public health interventions
- Anthropology and psychology of feeding behaviors
Background:
- The term "weaning" lacks precise definition across colloquial, clinical, and scientific contexts.
- Previous work highlighted "breastfeeding cessation" as a key concept needing clearer definition.
- Standardized terminology is crucial for accurate research on infant and young child feeding transitions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a precise definition of breastfeeding cessation.
- To guide researchers in selecting appropriate measurement levels for breastfeeding cessation.
- To foster a common understanding of parameters, tools, and approaches for measuring breastfeeding cessation.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of existing definitions and measurement tools.
- Cross-disciplinary analysis drawing from clinical research, public health, psychology, and anthropology.
- Discussion of potential parameters and proxies for breastfeeding cessation.
Main Results:
- Identification of key parameters and proxies for measuring breastfeeding cessation.
- Overview of relevant measurement tools and instruments for both qualitative and quantitative research.
- Emphasis on the importance of discipline-specific perspectives in understanding breastfeeding cessation.
Conclusions:
- Precise definition and measurement of breastfeeding cessation are essential for accurate research.
- Standardized approaches will improve the comparability and reliability of findings on infant feeding.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration enhances the understanding and measurement of breastfeeding cessation.
Related Concept Videos
01:20Measurement of Bioavailability: Pharmacodynamic Methods
221
Pharmacodynamic methods provide insights into a drug's effects on physiological processes over time and play a crucial role in understanding bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy. These methods can be broadly classified into acute pharmacological and therapeutic response approaches, each with distinct mechanisms and applications.The acute pharmacological response method directly correlates a drug's physiological effects, such as ECG or pupil diameter changes, to its time course in the body.
221
01:30Measurement of Bioavailability: Pharmacokinetic Methods
247
Pharmacokinetics is a vital branch of pharmacology that examines how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted by the body. Two key methodologies in pharmacokinetics are plasma drug concentration studies and urinary drug excretion analyses, both of which provide critical insights into a drug's therapeutic efficacy and bioavailability.Plasma Drug Concentration-Time StudiesPlasma drug concentration-time studies involve analyzing blood samples at specific intervals to quantify...
247
01:23Types of Biopharmaceutical Studies: Controlled and Non-Controlled Approaches
387
Biopharmaceutical studies constitute a vital field aiming to enhance drug delivery methods and refine therapeutic approaches, drawing upon diverse interdisciplinary knowledge. In research methodologies, the choice between controlled and non-controlled studies significantly influences the study's reliability and accuracy.
Non-controlled studies, commonly employed for initial exploration, lack a control group, rendering them susceptible to biases and external influences. In contrast,...
Non-controlled studies, commonly employed for initial exploration, lack a control group, rendering them susceptible to biases and external influences. In contrast,...
387
01:23Methods of Documentation V: CBE
1.4K
Charting by Exception, or CBE, is a method of documentation used in healthcare, particularly in nursing, that focuses on documenting only significant or abnormal findings rather than recording every detail. This approach aims to streamline the documentation process, improve efficiency, and ensure that healthcare providers can quickly identify deviations from normalcy in patient assessments.
In CBE, healthcare professionals establish predefined standards of practice that define what constitutes...
In CBE, healthcare professionals establish predefined standards of practice that define what constitutes...
1.4K
01:18The Scientific Method in Nursing Process
15.4K
The scientific method provides the foundation for any research. It is the most reliable and objective of all forms of gaining knowledge and guides in applying research-based evidence in practice and conducting future research.
When using research findings to change practice, one must understand the process used to guide a study. The scientific method is a systematic, step-by-step process that supports the data's validity, reliability, and generalizability. As a result, findings can be...
When using research findings to change practice, one must understand the process used to guide a study. The scientific method is a systematic, step-by-step process that supports the data's validity, reliability, and generalizability. As a result, findings can be...
15.4K
01:11Observational Studies
10.7K
Observational studies are a type of analytical study where researchers observe events without any interventions. In other words, the researcher does not influence the response variable or the experiment's outcome.
There are three types of observational studies – Prospective, retrospective, and cross-sectional.
Prospective Study
Prospective studies, also known as longitudinal or cohort studies, are carried out by collecting future data from groups sharing similar characteristics. One...
There are three types of observational studies – Prospective, retrospective, and cross-sectional.
Prospective Study
Prospective studies, also known as longitudinal or cohort studies, are carried out by collecting future data from groups sharing similar characteristics. One...
10.7K