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An exploratory, phenomenological study of the maternal-intergenerational transference of sexual abuse
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)
Childhood sexual abuse transcends boundaries of social class, race, age and gender. Research suggests that its effects are so profoundly debilitating that even in adulthood, victims struggle with a range of emotional, ...
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, ...
Exploring the psycho-social determinants of heavy alcohol drinking amongst women in Oshana, Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Heavy alcohol drinking is a serious health concern in many African countries such as Namibia and South Africa. The heavy use of alcohol is mainly due to avoid coping with the realities of life. There is however, a paucity ...
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. ...
Factors contributing to severe acute malnutrition among the under five children in Francistown-Botswana
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Introduction: Malnutrition is the immediate result of inadequate dietary intake, the presence of disease or the interaction between these two factors. It is a complicated problem, an outcome of several etiologies. SAM is ...
A comparative study of family functioning and parenting styles between families of substance users and non-users in Grabouw
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Substance use amongst youth in Grabouw has been recognised as a concern by the
community. Essentially parenting styles and family functioning are important contributors to adolescents‘ engagement in substance use. Adolescence ...
An exploratory study on the reasons for substance abuse among the youth in Grabouw, Western Cape Province, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)
Substance abuse among the youth is one of the main social challenges in South Africa and
around the world. The purpose of this study was to explore the reasons of substance abuse
among the youth in Grabouw, Western Cape ...
Adolescents’ lived experiences of sexual harassment in the school environment
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)
This study aimed to gain a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of adolescents with regard to sexual harassment within the school environment. It was considered in the light of actual cases reported on the Cape ...
Challenges faced by child and youth care workers with regard to discipline of children with challenging behaviour in residential child and youth care centre
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)
Child and Youth Care Workers employed in residential Child and Youth Care Centres are often challenged by the behaviour of children in their care. The goal of the study was therefore to explore and describe the challenges ...
A systematic review : the impact of stigmatisation on HIV/AIDS orphans psychological health
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)
Since the inception of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, millions of individuals of all ages have been affected. To date, more than 15 million people have died from HIV/AIDS, resulting in a substantial increase in the number of orphans ...