Browsing Magister Psychologiae - MPsych (Psychology) by Author "Mwaba, Kelvin"
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Experiences of gender role assignment by women in transitional marriages
Kruger, Karen (University of the Western Cape, 2015)BACKGROUND: Global female workforce participation has increased rapidly over the past few decades, and the majority of marriages are now dual-earning. Marriages were therefore expected to shift from traditional to egalitarian, ... -
An exploration of perceptions and experiences of Xhosa speaking women in abusive relationships
Ngoma, Bulelwa (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The problem of abusive relationships has attracted national attention in South Africa. Historically South Africa has a strongly entrenched patriarchal system, which gives men proprietary rights over women. Traditional and ... -
Exploring experiences of Adult children of perceived problem drinkers in a low-income community in the Western Cape.
Daniels, Ashley (University of the Western Cape, 2017)Alcohol abuse results in a significant health, social and economic burden on society at large. Problem drinking is not only harmful to the user, but also to others in close proximity to the user. Families, and particularly ... -
Exploring perceptions of termination of pregnancy among psychology Honours students at a higher education institution in the Western Cape, South Africa
Tsematse, Keitumetse (University of the Western Cape, 2018)The South African Choice on Termination of Pregnancy (CTOP) Act (no. 92 of 1996) regulates the process of termination of pregnancy in the country. However, research has shown noncompliance to the stipulation leading to ... -
The knowledge and experiences of single mothers raising an autistic child in a low-income community in the Western Cape
Mthimunye, Bronwyn Sarah (University of the Western Cape, 2014)Parental knowledge and experiences regarding autism spectrum disorder have a huge effect on the life of the caregiver. Once a child has been diagnosed and needs treatment, parents/caregivers have to adjust in many ways. ... -
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 ... -
Nursing students’ beliefs and perceptions toward routine universal screening for intimate partner violence
Rousseau, Elzette (2009)Intimate partner violence (IPV) has reached epidemic proportions in South Africa, prompting the government to pass the Domestic Violence Act 116 (1998). However, numerous scholars still believe that legislation is lacking ... -
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 ... -
Recidivism: an exploration of juvenile prison inmates subjective perception of their return to prison
Matthews, Jacqueline Carol (University of the Western Cape, 2006)Despite the unpleasant living conditions in prison, recidivism seems to be an uncontrollable phenomenon. It is evident that prison life is harsh with inmates having to sleep on the floors due to overpopulation, frequently ... -
Smoking behaviour, risk perception and attitude to anti-smoking legislation among students at the University of the Western Cape
Popovac, Masa (University of the Western Cape, 2010)The study investigated three aspects related to smoking, namely, smoking behaviour, risk perception and attitudes to anti-smoking legislation. The theoretical framework of the study was the Information-Motivation-Behavioural ... -
Smoking prevalence, knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about health risks of tobacco smoking among female Psychology 1 students at the University of the Western Cape
Malinga, Mandisa (University of Western Cape, 2011)Tobacco smoking is the second major cause of preventable deaths in South Africa. The Western Cape has the second highest smoking rates in South Africa and the highest smoking rate among young women. Previous studies ... -
Socio-cultural influences in decision making involving sexual behaviour among adolescents in Khayelitsha, Cape Town
Ncitakalo, Nolusindiso (University of the Western Cape, 2011)The aim of the study was to explore the socio-cultural influences in decision making involving sexual behaviour among adolescents in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. Cultural beliefs associated with adolescents' decision to become ... -
Stress, coping strategies and social support amongst grade 11 students in historically disadvantaged schools
Isaacs, Alexe Saless Averidite (University of the Western Cape, 2008)The aims of this study were to understand stress, coping strategies and social support amongst grade 11 students. -
University of the Western Cape students’ perceptions of alcohol use as a risk factor to HIV infection
Kelly, Tarryn Lee (2010)Alcohol remains the most commonly abused substance in South Africa and several studies have shown associations between alcohol use and risky sexual behaviours, which pose a risk of HIV infection. Research indicates that ...