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Nonorganic failure to thrive: a theoretical approach

D K Steward1, B J Garvin

  • 1Ohio State University, College of Nursing, Department of Adult Health & Illness, Columbus 43210-1289, USA.

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|January 8, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Nonorganic failure to thrive (NOFTF) is a common infant issue with unclear causes. This review proposes a theoretical framework to guide future research on NOFTF development and contributing factors.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Infant Development
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Nonorganic failure to thrive (NOFTF) presents a significant challenge in infant healthcare.
  • The multifactorial etiology of NOFTF remains incompletely understood.
  • A lack of theoretical models impedes comprehensive research into NOFTF development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a comprehensive literature review on nonorganic failure to thrive.
  • To discuss and propose a theoretical framework for NOFTF research.
  • To guide future investigations into the factors influencing NOFTF.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of existing studies on NOFTF.
  • Analysis of identified factors contributing to NOFTF.
  • Development of a conceptual framework based on the reviewed literature.

Main Results:

  • Identified gaps in current understanding of NOFTF etiology.
  • Synthesized diverse factors implicated in NOFTF development.
  • Proposed a novel theoretical framework to integrate these factors.

Conclusions:

  • A theoretical approach is crucial for advancing NOFTF research.
  • The proposed framework offers a foundation for future empirical studies.
  • Further research is needed to validate and refine the theoretical model for NOFTF.

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