Browsing Department of Psychology by Author "Pedro, Athena"
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An exploration of fathers' subjective experiences of parenting a child that presents with Dyspraxia during middle childhood
Jackson, Kyle (University of the Western Cape, 2017)Confronting the realisation that one's child may have a developmental disability presents a major challenge for any parent. The body of scholarship in this area however, focused mainly on the role that mothers play ... -
An exploration of selection criteria of club cricketers in the greater Cape Town area
Greenwood, Andrew (University of the Western Cape, 2017)Since the advent of cricket in the 16th century the process of team selection has been fervently debated. However, only a handful of research papers can be found on this topic. In South Africa specifically, this process ... -
Community health worker's perspective of mother–infant bonding within the the first 1000 days of life in Khayelitsha, South Africa
Bust, Ella (University of the Western Cape, 2020)While community health workers possess valuable insight into health care delivery in South Africa, their voices and experiences are seldom sought in the acquisition of knowledge surrounding relevant social concerns. This ... -
A discourse analysis of South African women's experiences of infertility
Pedro, Athena (University of the Western Cape, 2004)For many women motherhood is central to their identity and this notion is highlighted in the predominate discourse of womanhood equals motherhood. In South Africa, motherhood is highly revered and respected. For childless ... -
An exploration of a sample of South African caregivers’ experiences of apartheid
Pretorius, Jené (University of Western Cape, 2019)Apartheid created deep-rooted emotional scars of inequality, discrimination, and racial tension within the South African population. Literature regarding the population of contemporary South Africans remains, to some extent, ... -
The exploration of preschool teachers' understanding and classroom experience of socio-emotional development in early childhood and the role it plays in school readiness
Goldschmidt, Tessa Jane (University of the Western Cape, 2019)The socio-emotional development of children has an extremely important impact on the overall development of children. Globally, extensive research has been dedicated to the socio-emotional development of children with ... -
The exploration of the management strategies used by educators working with learners presenting with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms in mainstream schools in the Western Cape
Stockigt, Gina (University of the Western Cape, 2016)The inclusive education system in South Africa is one that accepts children with many types of barriers to learning, whether these are physical, emotional or cognitive in nature. In 2001, the Department of Education published ... -
An exploratory study investigating the construction of university students’ perceptions of menstruation and the influence menstrual product advertisements in print media
Mathews, Kulthum (University of the Western Cape, 2015)Menstruation is a quintessential phenomenon unique to females which prepares the body for reproductive functioning. Although this phenomenon is a natural biological process of development, social institutions such as ... -
Exploring a bio-psychological intervention for painful diabetic neuropathy
Adzika, Vincent Agbemenya (University of Western Cape, 2021)Painful diabetic neuropathy (PDN) is a major clinical manifestation of diabetes associated with damage to the nerves. The etiology and prognosis of PDN is multi-dimensional, needing a multi-faceted approach for management. ... -
Exploring foundation phase teachers’ experiences and perceptions of the challenges that impede school readiness
Vilanculo, Keila (University of Western Cape, 2021)Several studies concur that children from a disadvantaged background are as prepared for formal schooling, compared to their advantaged peers who have access to attend good quality pre-schools. This is particularly true ... -
Exploring intrinsic religiosity as a means to militate against risky sexual behaviour in adolescents from Christian faith-based schools
Bomester, Olivia (University of Western Cape, 2021)Adolescent sexual development forms a crucial role in the process of identity formation and the establishment of healthy romantic and social relationships. However, some adults are uncomfortable with the notion of adolescent ... -
Exploring primary caregivers' experiences of children who have received Neurofeedback as an intervention for Autism spectrum disorder in the Western Cape
Krynauw, Johann (University of the Western Cape, 2016)Autism Spectrum Disorder is a pervasive developmental disorder characterised by impairment in communication skills and social interaction, including the presence of stereotyped behaviour. Currently there is no cure for ... -
Exploring the experiences of beneficiaries involved in the expanded public works program within a nature conservation
Windvogel, Clinton (University of the Western Cape, 2019)The economic state of South Africa prior to 1994 is linked directly to the political dispensation that was operating under apartheid. Since the advent of the new democratic dispensation, the South African government has ... -
Exploring the lived experiences of individuals in a substance abuse treatment programme in Cape Town
Benjamin, Fatiema (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Substance use is a worldwide health concern that has received significant attention as it is often related to deleterious outcomes. Various treatment programmes have been made available to assist people and their families ... -
Exploring the psychosocial and emotional challenges faced by 11–15-year-old Muslim adolescents studying at Hifth schools in Cape Town
Toefy, Faiza (University of Western Cape, 2020)In compliance with the Constitution, the South African Schools Act 84 of 1996 requires that every child attend school from age 7 (or grade 1) to age 15 (or grade 9, whichever occurs first). The Western Cape Education ... -
Exploring the subjective experiences of educator-targeted bullying (ETB) in secondary schools
Booysen, Eugene (University of Western Cape, 2020)The majority of research on bullying focuses on learner-to-learner bullying, and educators are rarely identified or viewed as victims of bullying. This area of research is largely neglected, despite its serious negative ... -
How the experiences of Infertility and In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer (IVF -ET) are understood by South African women attending fertility clinics
Pedro, Athena (University of the Western Cape, 2008)Infertility is currently a serious problem that is escalating, not only in South Africa, but also worldwide. In Cape Town, a culturally diverse, urban community of approximately 1000 couples are referred to the Groote ... -
How the experiences of Infertility and In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer (IVF -ET) are understood by South African women attending fertility clinics.
Pedro, Athena (University of the Western Cape, 2008)Infertility is currently a serious problem that is escalating, not only in South Africa, but also worldwide. In Cape Town, a culturally diverse, urban community of approximately 1000 couples are referred to the Groote ... -
A systematic review of interventions for children presenting with dyscalculia in primary schools
Monei, Thato Omphemetse (University of the Western Cape, 2016)Background: The acquisition of numerical competency is imperative for individuals in society for quality of life and economic well-being. Many children have significant mathematical learning difficulties, this is known ...