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The influence of basic psychological needs on the identification of goals and aspirations of Grade 11 learners in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)
In South Africa when learners are in Grade 11 near the end of their school life, the new, but also difficult, transition into adult life now begins. This critical period of development brings forth an array of new challenges: ...
The experience of adolescents living in households with mothers who are HIV/Aids positive
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)
South Africa is reported to have the highest prevalence of HIV/AIDS infections in Sub-Saharan Africa. As a result the quality of life of families living with HIV/AIDS is negatively affected. Literature indicates that the ...
The challenges of cohabiting families with regard to discipline of adolescents
(University of Western Cape, 2013)
Cohabitation families have become a widely accepted and increasing form of family structure nowadays. However this family structure’s characteristics have caused it to be described as a risk factor to child development as ...
A comparison of the relationship between parental efficacy and social support systems of single teen mothers across different family forms
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Teenage parenting is recognised as one of the greatest health and social problems
in South Africa. Research in South Africa has shown that by the age of 18 years,
more than 30% of teens have given birth at least once. ...
An explorative study of the experience of adolescents who have lost their parents through HIV/AIDS
(2010)
AIDS related deaths of parents have resulted in children being orphaned, in large
numbers. Adolescence is a particularly vulnerable period in a child’s developmental life.It is a period charactarised by uncertainties, ...
Does family structure matter? A comparison of the goals and aspirations of learners in secondary school
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)
Self Determination Theory (SDT) proposes that individuals are motivated to have goals and aspirations which are either intrinsic or extrinsic in nature. Intrinsic life goals are associated with greater psychological health ...
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 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 ...
Adolescents and substance abuse: exploring the effects of substance abuse on care giving and family well-being in Mitchell’s Plain
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
Substance abuse has become a serious global problem affecting individuals, families and communities. The effects of substance abuse devastate both the user and their families. This study aimed to describe the adverse effects ...
The experience of adolescents and parents after divorce finalisation (post-divorce) and the effects on adolescent psychosocial development
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
Divorce is a world-wide phenomenon. Divorce means the ending of a marriage after a period of unity and bonding; and thus it can take a long time to recover emotionally, particularly for children. Concerningly, half of ...