Perceptions of WIC Among Young Maltreated Mothers and Professionals Who Support Them

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is essential in providing nutritional support for low-income and nutritionally at-risk individuals. Many young maltreated mothers who are challenged with providing food for themselves and their infants utilize WIC resources. Little is known about how these young maltreated mothers and their professional supporters perceive the benefits of WIC.

Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - July 1, 2023 Category: Nutrition Authors: Leena Moses, Amara Channell Doig, Francia Ximena Marin Guiterrez, Megan McCarthy, Madeline Chaunt, Manuel Custodio, Rashel Moscoso-Morales, Yesenia Lemus Avila, Chloe Bernardi, Elizabeth Aparicio Source Type: research