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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 effects of family conflict on preadolescents' psychological needs and externalizing behaviour
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)To some extent all families experience family conflict; however, the concern is when it has an effect on preadolescents (age 10-12), behaviorally and psychologically. Preadolescence is a period marked by pubertal, emotional ... -
The effects of family structure and autonomy-supportive parenting on the adjustment of first year university students
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The first year of university studies is usually accompanied by many new experiences, often stressful, and family members fulfil a significant role in helping to reduce students' stress and facilitate their adjustment. ... -
Employee knowledge, attitude and practices relating to HIV/AIDS at [a] mining company in Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)A global prospecting and mining leader recognizes HIV/AIDS as a threat to the company and its employees. The management has committed them to have a proactive approach trying to minimize the impact of this killing disease ... -
Evaluation of the community participation process of build a better society (BABS) Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 1997)The study was undertaken of Build A Better Society (BABS) Western Cape because a comparison of the membership and public profile of the organisation from the time of its inception to recent times showed a decrease in its ... -
Evaluation of the community participation process of build a better society (BABS) Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 1997)The study was undertaken of Build A Better Society (BABS) Western Cape because a comparison of the membership and public profile of the organisation from the time of its inception to recent times showed a decrease in its ... -
Evaluation of the life skills programme at a non-governmental organisation dealing with adolescents living with HIV
(University of Western Cape, 2019)Societies today are rapidly expanding, both demographically and politically, thereby causing adolescents who are HIV positive to be faced with multifaceted challenges. For these societal demands, young people need to ... -
An examination of the relationship between learner and teacher motivation and self-efficacy in relation to the intention of learners to drop out of school
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Learner and teacher motivation are vital to the study of learner retention or dropout rates in schools. Together with self-efficacy of both teachers and learners, its effect on learner retention rates in South African ... -
An examination of the relationship between psychologically controlling parenting and antisocial behavior of emerging adults in the Faculty of Community and health Science (CHS)
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Parents are important in the socialization of children to develop into adjusted adults. Parenting is a developmental process and encourages the child to become an independent adult in society, an adult who is pro-social ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Experiences and challenges of different family structures in dealing with delinquent children in Botswana
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Over the past decade, there has been a dramatic increase in the study of family structure and its impact on child well-being, growth, as well as development of delinquency behaviour. However, there is limited reliable ... -
The experiences and perceptions of newly qualified social workers on the significance of social work supervision in child protection services in Cape Town
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The social work profession has been in existence for over a century and has enhanced many lives in South Africa. Supervision is an essential component of social work practice in South Africa and social work supervisors ... -
Experiences of coloured heroin users in Metro South area of Cape Town: A social work perspective
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Heroin usage is on the increase in the Western Cape province of South Africa owing to globalization and to increased access to the drug in this province. The goal of this study is to explore the experiences of coloured ... -
Experiences of coloured heroin users in Metro South area of Cape Town: A social work perspective
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Heroin usage is on the increase in the Western Cape province of South Africa owing to globalization and to increased access to the drug in this province. The goal of this study is to explore the experiences of coloured ... -
Experiences of families living with a family member diagnosed with schizophrenia
(University of Western Cape, 2021)Mental illness has been identified as one of the major contributors to the global burden of disease in the world. The four leading causes of mental health disorders are depression, alcohol abuse, schizophrenia, and bipolar ... -
The experiences of families of an intervention programme for fathers
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)The importance of the role of fathers in the lives of their children and families has received much attention in recent years. This new focus on responsible fatherhood has led to an increase of programme interventions for ... -
Experiences of family members caring for female patients with a co-morbid diagnosis of bipolar and substance abuse admitted in a psychiatric hospital in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Caregivers of people with psychiatric illnesses experience challenges, which contribute significantly to their burden of care and can result in health and mental health problems. The researcher was interested in the lived ... -
Experiences of gangsterism by non-gang affiliated high school learners in Hanover Park-Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)Despite the vast research on drugs, gang violence and gangsterism in South Africa and specifically in the Western Cape, little is known about the experiences of school-going adolescents who reside in the areas ravaged by ... -
Experiences of hearing parents regarding their child’s hearing loss
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)Overwhelming evidence suggests that 90% of children with a hearing loss are born to hearing parents. Research indicates that often these hearing parents are ill-informed about the cause and type of hearing loss their child ...