Kamaria is a 4-year-old girl from Kenya.Her parents struggle to provide a nutritious diet for the family.Many days the family shares a single pot of rice between them.Unable to access or afford medical services, Kamaria and her siblings have not been vaccinated against many of the childhood diseases prevalent in her village.If her situation remains the same throughout her childhood, Kamaria is likely to be short for her age, a process referred to as __________.

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Stunting refers to a condition where a child's growth and development are impaired due to malnutrition and poor living conditions. This can lead to a child being shorter than expected for their age. Given Kamaria's situation where she lacks access to nutritious food and medical services, it is likely she will experience stunting if her situation does not improve.

Kamaria Is a 4-Year-Old Girl from Kenya