Browsing Department of Social Work by Title
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The phenomenon of absent fatherhood: Perceptions, experiences and challenges of absent fathers and adolescent children
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The escalating statistics of children who are growing up without the involvement of their fathers is a serious social problem not only in South Africa but globally. Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) (2021) indicates that ... -
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 ... -
Psychosocial variables in the transmission of AIDS
(University of the Western Cape, 1991)In the decade since first identified, the Acquired Immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) has become a serious global disease. The nature of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) that causes AIDS, whereby a carrier may be ... -
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, ... -
Residential caregivers’ perceptions of adolescents’ preparedness, as they transition from residential care
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The National Policy on Orphans and Vulnerable defines an orphan as a child, who has lost one, or both parents, and is under the age of 18, while a vulnerable child is one, who is in need of care and protection. The Orphans ... -
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 social workers in response to genocides and massacres: The case of Gukurahundi
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The term ‘Gukurahundi’ is a direct translation of a Zimbabwean Shona term that refers to “the first rain that washes away chaff before spring” (Eppel, 2008:1). In Zimbabwe, this term is specifically used in reference to ... -
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 and participatory parity: Students’ experiences of university residence life at a historically disadvantaged institution in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)The shortage of appropriate student housing in South Africa has been under the spotlight for the past few years. This has been made explicit by the Report on the Ministerial committee for the review of the provision of ... -
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 of the implementation of a developmental social welfare approach: An qualitative exploratory study
(University of the Western Cape, 2003)The White Paper for Social Welfare (1997) introduced a developmental social welfare approach. This document has been drawn up with the participation of key stakeholders in the welfare field. It was however social workers ...