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Perception of teachers about parental involvement in public schools in the Kgatleng District, Botswana
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Student performance have decreased from 2008-2013 in the Kgatleng District, Botswana, despite efforts to encourage parents to actively be involved in their children‘s school. It is apparent that parents are not involved ... -
Perceptions and experiences of females regarding adolescent sexual risk behaviour, after their participation in a youth development programme in a selected community in the Eastern Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)There is a high prevalence of sexual risk behaviour among adolescent females in South Africa. As such several intervention programmes are being offered by government, non-profit organisations and the private sector. The ... -
The perceptions of boys regarding substance abuse amongst adolescents
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)South Africa is overwhelmed by the increase of substance abuse among adolescents. Having consulted the literature, South Africa is not the only country faced with this problem. It raises concerns with regard to the social ... -
Perceptions of multi-disciplinary team members regarding psycho-social factors contributing to juvenile delinquency in Oshakati, Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Child crime (juvenile delinquency) has become a norm in many societies and the world at large. Crime is prevalent in all age groups and is said to be on the increase among children under the age of eighteen. Juvenile ... -
Perceptions, experiences and coping strategies of families caring for children with special needs within Western Cape communities
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The harsh economic environment, lack of adequate caregiving resources, lack of psychosocial support structures poses as some of the challenge’s families caring for the children with special needs face. In exploring the ... -
Primary caregivers of adults who are dependent on illegal substances
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Addiction has seen to be an illness that not only affects the individual but the holistic well-being of the family. Primary caregivers form an integral part of the family system. The caregivers take on roles that might ... -
Professional health care workers' experiences of care at two Community Day Clinics on the Cape Flats
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Primary Health Care (PHC) is the cornerstone of health care globally, nationally and locally and, therefore, should be regarded as the foundation of health care provision. In South Africa, Community Day Clinics (CDCs) are ... -
Psychosocial factors contributing to juvenile delinquency in the ZFM-Region, Northern Cape, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)The phenomenon juvenile delinquency is an enormous concern for communities in the ZFM district, Northern Cape, South Africa. Juvenile offences have increased since 2010 in this area. From existing theories, it is clear ... -
A qualitative exploratory study on creativity in human resource development
(University of Western Cape, 2002)This was an exploratory study on the perceptions and experiences of the service providers at the TRAUMA Centre on creativity in human resource development and its contribution towards organisational sustainability. The ... -
The relationship between adolescent identity styles and parenting styles in one and two parent families in Botswana
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Adolescence is a critical developmental stage for any individual. The process of identity formation occurs during this stage and Erikson's theory states that adolescents' engagement in exploration, to form their own sense ... -
The relationship between childhood exposure to substance use and substance use as an adult
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)It is a common fact that drug and alcohol abuse has become a complex problem with children in South Africa. There is also a risk that children of substance abusers will become substance abusers themselves. The aim of this ... -
The relationship between family resilience and academic performance of learners in the phase of middle childhood
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Family resilience has a positive bearing on the academic performance of learners in the developmental phase of middle childhood. The role of family is often ignored and so there is a gap in the literature on the link between ... -
The relationship between quality of life, psychological distress and coping strategies of persons living with HIV/AIDS in Cairo, Egypt
(University of the Western cape, 2016)HIV patients face an array of social and psychological problems, such as depression, which can affect their quality of life. Moreover, HIV infection is also linked to psychological distress such as anxiety. In addition, ... -
The role of family functioning in the decision-making styles of adolescents in the Overberg area
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Adolescence has been regarded as a particularly important stage for the continued development of young adults as they start to make their own life’s decisions and engage in a variety of activities that will ... -
The role of social work practice and intervention in divorce mediation
(University of Western Cape, 2021)Marriage is one of the oldest institutions of mankind. It is the coming together of a man and woman for the purpose of procreation and society. In our society marriage is a social institution in which a male individual ... -
The role of the social worker in the interdisciplinary team providing statutory services to children and families in the cape metropole
(University of Western Cape, 2020)The role of statutory social workers is often misperceived by other role players in interdisciplinary teams; but even more so in the law fraternity spectrum. As such, social workers experience many challenges working with ... -
Social justice vulnerabilities and marginalised communities: A case study of day labourers in Mbekweni
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Poverty remains one of the greatest challenges that Southern African countries face. The state of poverty in a region is reflected in low levels of income, as well as high levels of unemployment and human deprivation. ... -
Social work students’ experiences of online learning and teaching during the Covid-19 national lockdown
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The COVID-19 pandemic challenged higher education institutions to close their campuses for the purpose of managing and controlling the spread of the coronavirus during the national lockdown. Institutions had to migrate ... -
Social workers experiences and perceptions of performance appraisal within a social services department at the provincial government of the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)This research explored the experiences and perceptions of the performance appraisal systems in place and its value to social workers within the Department: Social Services and Poverty Alleviation: Provincial Government of ... -
Social workers’ experiences regarding the use of the transtheoretical model of change in involuntary treatment of a substance use disorder
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Substance use and abuse is a global problem that impact the person, the family, community, and society at large. Continuous abuse of substances may result in substance use disorders (SUDs). Changes to the brain, withdrawal ...