Browsing by Author "Dept. of Psychology"
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The impact of repeated mild traumatic brain injuries (concussions) on the cognitive and academic functioning of early adolescent rugby union players: A controlled, longitudinal, prospective study
Alexander, Debbie (University of the Western Cape, 2007)This study investigated, within the context of Brain Reserve Capacity (BRC) theory, whether repeated concussions resulted in residual deficits in cognitive and academic functioning of early adolescent rugby players relative ... -
Investigating depression and quality of life in adults diagnosed with HIV or AIDS
Loonat, Naadhira (University of the Western Cape, 2009)HIV and AIDS are disease conditions that have led to high mortality rates in Southern Africa since the late 1970s. The socio-economic system has led to the unequal spread of resources’ and vulnerability and exposure to HIV ... -
Investigating the relationship between fortitude and academic achievement in students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds
Rahim, Mohamed Zubair (University of the Western Cape, 2007)This research study employs a strengths perspective. This means that, instead of the traditional deficits or pathology-based approach of focusing on weaknesses, the focus is on positive outcomes. Fortitude, more specifically, ... -
An investigation into the object relational patterns of violent male juvenile offenders
Arzul, Jean-Philippe (University of the Western Cape, 2005)Although deficits in object relations patterns have been identified in populations of violent offenders, few studies have examined the object relations of male juveniles incarcerated for violent crimes. The present study ... -
An investigation into the patterns of child sexual abuse and victim-perpetrator relationships among survivors of child sexual abuse at a university
Kolbe, Cleophas (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The purpose of this study was to determine the extent, pattern and forms of child sexual abuse amongst university students; to investigate the degree of sexual coercion; to examine victim-perpetrator relationships; to ... -
An investigation into the relationship between gender, socioeconomic status, exposure to violence and resilience in a sample of students at the University of the Western Cape
Mokoena, Emily Matshedisa (University of the Western Cape, 2010)This study, located within the systems theory framework, recognises that resilience is multidimensional and multi determined and can be understood as the product of connections with, and between multiple systemic levels ... -
Levels of stress and coping strategies employed by Police Service Officers in Cape Town, South Africa
Paulsen, Robynn (University of the Western Cape, 2008)The purpose of the study was to investigate levels of occupational stress experienced by police officers and the strategies used to cope with stress. The study findings are based on a sample of 104 police officers from six ... -
The lived experience of being privileged as a white English-speaking young adult in post-apartheid South Africa: a phenomenological study
Truscott, Ross Brian. (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Although transformation processes are making progress in addressing racial inequality in post-apartheid South Africa, white South Africans are, in many repects, still privileged, economically, in terms of access to services, ... -
“Making Oranges from Lemons” Experiences of Support of South African Jewish Senior Citizens Following the Emigration of their Children
Aviram-Freedman, Eilat (University of the Western Cape, 2005)Family is widely expected to be the main source of support for Senior Citizens and, like many religions and cultures, the Jewish tradition has expectations of filial obligations of care. South Africa and its Jewish community ... -
"Mentors' perception of the effectiveness of the Big Brother Big Sister mentor training programme"
Jano, Rubina (University of the Western Cape, 2008)Mentoring has gained a great deal of popularity across various professional fields and disciplines over the past few years. More recently, planned mentoring has become an important form of intervention with young people ... -
A narrative of crystal methamphetamine: a case study of a young person's experience of factors that leads to crystal methamphetamine use within a high-risk area in Cape Town
Jantjies, Janine Chernay (University of the Western Cape, 2010)Recent research has indicated a significant increase in the crystal methamphetamine abuse in the Western Cape. The study aimed to provide an understanding of the interaction of the social and historical contexts in relation ... -
Nurturing democratic virtues: a case study of a primary school in Khayelitsha
Sijula, Thembekile Faith (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The study sought to explore the priorities and practices of educators with regard to the mediation of moral qualities/democratic virtues related to education for citizenship by means of a case study in one school. In South ... -
Overcoming adversity: an investigation of the role of resilience constructs in the relationship between socio-economic and demographic factors and academic coping
Barends, Mark Steven (University of the Western Cape, 2004)Many historically disadvantaged South Africans are entering into universities, where they are expected to perform academically not only to secure themselves a continued place at university, but also to secure themselves a ... -
Parents' perspectives on the role of the school in citizenship and moral education
Coetzer, Erika (University of the Western Cape, 2007)The purpose of the study was to explore what parents expect of schools regarding citizenship and moral education. It was argued that it is important that parents' views are taken into accouint when exploring citizenship ... -
The perceptions and experiences of violence on children in children's homes
Nkubungu, Pumza (University of the Western Cape, 2010)This study aimed at looking at children's perceptions of violence, exploring the experiences on child violence and lastly perceptions of children about intervention strategies in children's homes. The participants were ... -
Perceptions of community leaders of the role sports participation in dealing with psychosocial problems amongst adolescent in a rual area
Benjamin, Heinrich Neil (University of the Western Cape, 2010)Participation in recreational and formal sports can play a vital role in enhancing adolescents' wellbeing. Research indicates that involvement in different forms of recreation and physical activities offer beneficial effects ... -
Perceptions of gang violence in an Elsies River primary school in the Western Cape
Mingo, Christopher Dominic (University of the Western Cape, 1999)No abstract available. -
Perceptions of HIV/AIDS-related stigma among Muslims in a Cape Town community
Abrahams, Shahieda (University of the Western Cape, 2006)South Africa has the largest percentage of people living with HIV/AIDS in the world. However, the response against the further spread of HIV/AIDS in the country is being hindered by stigma and discrimination. In order to ... -
Perceptions of illicit drug use and risky sexual behaviour among first year psychology students at the University of the Western Cape
Fick, Sonia (University of the Western Cape, 2011)HIV poses considerable social and health challenges in South Africa, particularly among young people aged 15-24. Research indicates a strong link between risky sexual behaviour and alcohol and illicit drugs. In the Western ... -
The perceptions of violence and its effects on the psychological well-being of primary school children
Lund, Claire Michelle (University of the Western Cape, 2009)The purpose of this research was to ascertain how children in lowrisk, middle to upper income areas perceive violence and their experience of it. It explores their exposure to violence and how this may affect their view ...