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- ItemVoluntary counselling and domestic violence on career success among female workers living with HIV/AIDS in Kampala Central Division(Kampala International University. College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2011-08) Asiimwe Evarlyne, BuregyeyaUnited Nations Joint Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)/ World Health Organisation (WHO) statistics estimate that 33 million people worldwide are infected with HIV. Women face the greatest risk of acquiring HIV due to substantial mucosal exposure to seminal fluids, prevalence of non-consensual sex and sex without condom use. Studies by WHO (2006), there is a positive relationship between sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and domestic violence. The studies indicate that there is a reciprocal relationship between sexual violence and HIV/AIDS, pointing out that sexual violence exemplifies a smaller aspect of domestic violence. Through sexual exploitation of women, they are exposed to one of the most common forms of gender violence which is a factor in the spread of HIV/AIDS. A research study by Wandera (2008) in one of the districts of Uganda showed that 35 volunteer couples were invited for voluntary counselling and were oriented on couple dialogue techniques to avert gender based violence, and subsequently were counselled. The research revealed that couples that received HIV counselling were more likely not to experience domestic violence. Wandera’s study however, did not address the effects of voluntary counselling and domestic violence on career success among female workers living with HIV/AIDS, a gap that this study seeks to address. The study was majorly guided by three research questions and these were as Follows; What are the effects of voluntary counselling on career success of female workers in Kampala Central Division? How does domestic violence influence female employees’ career success in Kampala Central Division? How do the effects of voluntary counselling and domestic violence impact on female employees in Kampala Central Division? A descriptive survey research design that adopts an ex post facto research type was used. Questionnaires were administered among 150 respondents. They included; 40 (26.7percent) non client women with HIV/AIDS, 100 (66.7percent) client women with HIV/AIDS, 05 (3.3percent) community leaders, 05 (3.3percent) counsellors. Both qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis, whereby the coded data was presented in frequencies percentage tables and pie charts for easy interpretation. Findings showed that female workers living with HIV/AIDS are not highly valued at work, have missed the benefits of HIV/AIDS counselling. Domestic violence is rife for female workers living with HIV/AIDS, and their careers have been threatened by loss of job. And that foregoing HIV/AIDS counselling and the existence of domestic violence have had a negative impact on career success of female workers living with HIV/AIDS in Kampala central division. Based on the findings the research study recommended that; Employers to people living with HIV/AIDS should extend empathy to them. They can be helped to undergo counselling as this would improve their attitude towards people living with HIV/AIDS. Community and local leaders should be sensitised on the long term benefits of empathy and counselling to HIV/AIDS clients. Cases of domestic violence should be handled by the police to determine deterrent action, and this action should be emphasized because affected women are subjected to double jeopardy as victims of HIV/AIDS and domestic violence.
- ItemVoluntary counselling and domestic violence on career success among female workers living with HIV/AIDS in Kampala central division(Kampala International University. College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2011-08) Asiimwe, Evarilyne BuregyeyaUnited Nations Joint Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)/ Wold Health Organisation (WHO) statistics estimate that 33 million people worldwide are infected with HIV. Women face the greatest risk of acquiring HIV due to substantial mucosal exposure to seminal fluids, prevalence of non-consensual sex and sex without condom use. Studies by WHO (2006), there is a positive relationship between sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and domestic violence. The studies indicate that there is a reciprocal relationship between sexual violence and HIV/AIDS, pointing out that sexual violence exemplifies a smaller aspect of domestic violence. Through sexual exploitation of women, they are exposed to one of the most extended forms of gender violence which is a factor in the spread of HIV/AIDS. A research study by Wandera (2008) in one of the districts of Uganda showed that 35 volunteer couples were invited for voluntary counselling and were oriented on couple dialogue techniques to avert gender based violence, and subsequently were counselled. The research revealed that couples that received HIV counseling were more likely not to experience domestic violence. Wandera’s study however, did not address the effects of voluntary counseling and domestic violence on career success among female workers living with HIV/AIDS, a gap that this study seeks to address. The study was majorly guided by three research questions and these were as follows; What are the effects of voluntary counseling on career success of female workers in Kampala Central Division? How does domestic violence influence female employees’ career success in Kampala Central Division? How do the effects of voluntary counseling and domestic violence impact on female employees in Kampala Central Division? A descriptive survey research design that adopts an ex post facto research type was used. Questionnaires were administered among 150 respondents. They included; 40 (26.7percent) non client women with HIV/AIDS, 100 (66.7percent) client women with HJV/AIDS, 05 (3.3percent) community leaders, 05 (i3percent) counsellors. Both qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis, whereby the coded data was presented in frequencies percentage tables and pie charts for easy interpretation. Findings showed that female workers living with HIV/AIDS are not highly valued at work, have missed the benefits of HIV/AIDS counseling. Domestic violence is rife for female workers living with HIV/AIDS, and their careers have been threatened by loss of jobs And that foregoing HIV/AIDS counseling and the existence of domestic violence have had a negative impact on career success of female workers living with HIV/AIDS in Kampala central division. Basing on the findings the research study recommended that; Employers to people living with HIV/AIDS should extend empathy to them. They can be helped to undergo counseling as this would improve their attitude towards people living with HIV/AIDS.Community and local leaders should be sensitized on the long term benefits of empathy and counseling to HIV/AIDS clients. Cases of domestic violence should be handled by the police to determine deterrent action, and this action should be emphasized because affected women are subjected to double jeopardy as victims of HIV/AIDS and domestic violence.
- ItemHIV/AIDS Awareness and socio-Cultural Beliefs on risky sexual behavior among Married couples in Bundibugyo District.(Kampala International University, Colleges of humanities and social sciences, 2011-08) Baluku, Joackim KikengeThe U.S Centre for Disease Control and UNAIDS 2010 reported an increasing infection among married couples in Uganda in recent years, Yet Government of Uganda and Non Government actors had been involved in HIV/AIDS public awareness campaigns.The study sought to assess the contribution of current HIVfAIDS information, education and communication and socio-cultural beliefs on risky sexual behavior of married copies in Bundibugyo district. The objectives were to assess the contribution of current HIV/AIDS awareness (LE.C.) campaigns on risky sexual behavior of married coupies,identify some social and cultural norms,values,beliefs and attitudes that may hinder HIV/AIDS prevention efforts and investigate the extent to which social and cultural norms, values beliefs and attitudes about relationships influence sexual behavior of married couples in Bundibugyo. A descriptive research design was adopted that employed qualitative and quantitative approaches. Data were collected by questionnaires,interviews,observauon,~o~u~ Group Discussions (FGD5) supplemented by documentary review. A sample of 322 married couples male and females aged 18-58 and older from rural and urban areas of Bwamba and Bughendera counties in the district took part in the study. The results show that HIV/AIDS information, education and communication are low for rural areas. Also that beliefs, norms, values continue to influence marital sexual relationships. Gender role expectation, and the belief that women are powerless in marital relationships with men influence sexual behavior as they have no power to negotiate or insist on or caution their husbands on their sexual behavior. The study concluded that rural and urban areas have differential access to HIV/AIDS information, education and communication. The campaigns are not sufficiently targeting married couples.
- ItemHIV/AIDS awareness and sociocultural beliefs on risky sexual behavior among married couples in Bundibugyo District(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and social sciences., 2011-08) Joackim Baluku, KikengeThe U.S Centre for Disease Control and UNAIDS 2010 reported an increasing infection among married couples in Uganda in recent years, Yet Government of Uganda and Non-Government actors had been involved in HIV/AIDS public awareness campaigns. The study sought to assess the contribution of current HIV/AIDS information, education and communication and socio-cultural beliefs on risky sexual behavior of married copies in Bundibugyo district. The objectives were to assess the contribution of current HIV/AJDS awareness (LE.C.) campaigns on risky sexual behavior of married couples, identify some social and cultural norms, values, beliefs and attitudes that may hinder HIV/AIDS prevention efforts and investigate the extent to which social and cultural norms, values beliefs and attitudes about relationships influence sexual behavior of married couples in Bundibugyo. A descriptive research design was adopted that employed qualitative and quantitative approaches. Data were collected by questionnaires, interviews, observation, Face Group Discussions (FGDs) supplemented by documentary review. A sample of 322 married couple’s male and females aged 18-58 and older from rural and urban areas of Bwamba and Bughendera counties in the district took part in the study, the results show that HIV/AIDS information, education and communication are low for rural areas. Also, that beliefs, norms, values continue to influence marital sexual relationships. Gender role expectation, and the belief that women are powerless in marital relationships with men influence sexual behavior as they have no power to negotiate or insist on or caution their husbands on their sexual behavior. The study concluded that rural and urban areas have differential access to HIV/AJDS information, education and communication, the campaigns are not sufficiently targeting married couples,
- ItemAdherence to anti-retroviral therapy and hiv/ aids at joint clinic research centre, mengo kisenyi, kampala uganda:(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2011-08) Singiza, Winnie BankoThis study set out to investigate on adherence to ARVS among HIV/AIDS patients in joint Clinic research Mengo Kisenyi, Kampala. The study employed descriptive research design and it basically used primary data collected from patients, medical staff and administrative staff. The objectives of this study were; to determine the profile of respondents, to find out various causes of non adherence to ARVS in Uganda, to identify ways of maintaining patient adherence to ARVS regimen, and to find out the effects of non - adherence to the patients. The study found out that most of the respondents were male (77.9%), female were (22.i%) and the majority were 35years and above and these were basically married people. It also was found out that non adherence to ARV5 was at moderate level. The main attributes of this level are imbedded hardness to access ARVs (mean=3.89), effects that influence people’s health (mean=3.43), stigma resulting from ARV5 (mean = 3.87). About the end points over non adherence to the patients were rated high with an overall mean of 3.28. Results show that there is a significant relation between non adherence to ARVs and resulting end points to patients at ]CRC Mengo, Kampala. Based on findings, the researcher recommended that the government should invest heavily in sensitizing HIV/AIDs patients to adhere to ARVs. Patients should always look for social support net work in order to be assisted in acquiring and taking the ARVS appropriately
- ItemInformation, education and communication strategy on HIV/AIDS prevention among teenagers in Kabale municipality, Kabale District(Kampala International University. College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2011-09) Musekura, RobertThe AIDS Support Organization (TASO, 2007) in conjunction with population Council conducted a study and their findings were that HIV/AIDS support programs were centered on adults and children. Against this, the researcher conducted a study in Kabale Municipality Kabale District to assess the effect of information, education and communication on HIV/AIDS prevention among teenagers in Kabale municipality — Kabale district. The objectives were to examine the influence of information on HIV/AIDS prevention among the teenagers of Kabale, investigate the impact of HIV/AIDS education on prevention of HIV/AIDS among teenagers in Kabale Municipality and to assess the effect of communication on HIV/AIDS prevention among teenagers in Kabale Municipality. Literature review was done and matched with the study findings. The study was descriptive in design where a sample of 200 respondents were involved and the researcher employed qualitative and quantitative approaches with special emphasis on statistical package for social scientists (SPSS) for data analysis. The study findings showed that information, education and communication were ineffective in addressing HIV/AIDS prevention among teenagers in Kabale municipality— Kabale district It is recommended that both the Municipal Authorities and School Management should come out with programs that give clear education on the nature of HIV/AIDS carriers and should hold counseling sessions with the teenagers with a view to minimizing their vulnerability to HIV/AIDS.
- ItemDomestic violence among women and their social development in Rubavu District Rwanda(Kampala International University.College of Humanities and social science, 2012-04) Marie Josiane, MurekateteDomestic violence has been defined as "the range of sexually, psychologically and physically coercive acts used against women by current or former male intimate partners (Danson, 2005), it's specific objectives sought to identify the demographic characteristics of the respondents in terms of Age, Educational level and Number of years worked, to determine the level of domestic violence of women in Rubavu District Rwanda, to determine the level of social development in Rubavu District Rwanda and to establish the significant relationship between the levels of domestic violence of women and their social development in Rubavu. The purpose of this study was to determine the correlates of domestic violence of women and their social development in Rubavu District Rwanda, The study used a descriptive correlation design that employed both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. The research tool that was applied in this study was devised questionnaires to determine the domestic violence and social development. The findings indicated that domestic violence was generally high with average mean of (2.81), social development generally high (average mean of 2.72) and basing on the results, the null hypothesis was rejected and conclusions made that domestic violence and social development in women in Rubavu District are significantly correlated using pearson where r=(.964) and significant-value (000), yet the results are insignificant above 0.05 level of significance. Therefore, the researcher recommended the following: - there is need to introduce new laws concerning women rights, this will reduce on the high levels of domestic violence on women by the men in Rubavu district, women should be sensitized and mobilized to take leadership position so that they can use their leadership position to advance gender equality, which will reduce on the high levels of domestic violence on women in Rubavu district, The researcher still recommends that there is need to create new jobs majorly for women, encouraging gender balance this will improve on the social development of women in Rubavu district, despite of all these challenges, women have been proved to achieve many things through government mobilization in the social development activities. This is because women in Rubavu district are active, hardworking and trustworthy.
- ItemDomestic violence among women and their social development in Rubavu district Rwanda(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2012-04) Murekatete, Marie JosianeDomestic violence has been defined as “the range of sexually, psychologically and physically coercive acts used against women by current or former male intimate partners (Danson, 2005), it’s specific objectives sought to identify the demographic characteristics of the respondents in terms of Age, Educational level and Number of years worked, to determine the level of domestic violence of women in Rubavu District Rwanda, to determine the level of social development in Rubavu District Rwanda and to establish the significant relationship between the levels of domestic violence of women and their social development in Rubavu. The purpose of this study was to determine the correlates of domestic violence of women and their social development in Rubavu District Rwanda, The study used a descriptive correlation design that employed both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. The research tool that was applied in this study was devised questionnaires to determine the domestic violence and social development. The findings indicated that domestic violence was generally high with average mean of (2.81), social development generally high (average mean of 2.72) and basing on the results, the null hypothesis was rejected and conclusions made that domestic violence and social development in women in Rubavu District are significantly correlated using pearson where r=(.964) and signific~nt-value (000), yet the results are insignificant above 0.05 level of significance. Therefore, the researcher recommended the following: - there is need to introduce new laws concerning women rights, this will reduce on the high levels of domestic violence on women by the men in Rubavu district, women should be sensitized and mobilized to take leadership position so that they can use their leadership position to advance gender equality, which will reduce on the high levels of domestic violence on women in Rubavu district, The researcher still recommends that there is need to create new jobs majorly for women, encouraging gender balance this vvill improve on the social development of women in Rubavu district, despite of all these challenges, women have been proved to achieve many things through government mobilization in the social development activities. This is because women in Rubavu district are active, hardworking and trustworthy.
- ItemHIV client’s perception of voluntary counseling and testing services in selected Muyumbu Health Center Rwamagana, district —Rwanda.(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2012-09) Uwimpuhwe, AlbertineThe quantitative study on HIV client’s perception of Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) services was conducted in Muyumbu Health Center in Rwamagana District, Eastern Province, Rwanda. The research purpose was to identify the correlation between HIV client’s perception and VCT services. The objectives were to determine the profile of the respondents as age, gender, marital status, education level, and occupation; to determine the level of HIV client’s perception, to determine the level of VCT services and the last was to establish if there was a significant relationship between the level of HIV client’s perception and VCT services. This study used a cross-section survey and a correlation design. The target population involved an average of 200 clients who attended VCI within a specific week with a sample size of 130. Random sampling was used in purpose of giving each member chance of being selected. Another part of respondents were four counselors. To meet the objectives, the data was collected using questionnaires. The data was presented, analyzed and interpreted using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS)- In general VCT provided good services rated a mean of 2~64 which affect HIV client to perceive services given at high level with a rate mean of 2.74. This justified a significant correlation between HIV client’s perception and VCT services.
- ItemPersonal power and marital satisfaction among married staff in Kampala International University Kansanga, Kampala, Uganda(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2012-10) Omuya, RonaldThis study set to find out the relationship between personal power and marital satisfaction among married staff at Kampala International University, Kampala District. It was guided by five specific objectives, that included determining of the i) profile of respondents in terms of age, gender, education level, marriage order, number of children, marriage duration and headship of family; ii) determining the level of personal power; iii) the level of marital satisfaction; iv) the differences of the levels of personal power and marital satisfaction between male and female respondents, and vi) the relationship between personal power and marital satisfaction. It was based on descriptive survey design specifically the descriptive comparative and descriptive correlational strategies. Self report questionnaires were used to collect data, using purposive sampling. The findings indicated that the females dominated the study with 53.2%. Findings indicated, majority participants were within the age bracket of 20-30 years (50.5%), Half of the respondents were postgraduate members of staff with a master’s degree (45.5%) and a PhD (4.6%). First marriage members dominated the study (98.2%). Findings also, indicated that the majority headed families (58.7%). Data analysis using means showed that personal power was low on the average mean index (overall mean=2.33). The level of marital satisfaction was found to be very satisfactory on the overall mean (3.27). The findings also indicated an insignificant difference between personal power and gender with a sig value of .019 and marital satisfaction and gender with a sig value of .215. There was a significant relationship between the levels of personal power and marital satisfaction (sig .000). The researcher recommended that, if relationships are to improve for better, people should be more aware of the bases of their personal power and how they influence marital happiness or satisfaction. The researcher also recommended that people should know the proper use of personal power in the marriage so that its source is not misused and directed towards attainment of personal goals, since it was indicated that there is a significant relationship between personal power and marital satisfaction,
- ItemPersonal power and marital satisfaction among married staff in kampala International University Kansanga, Kampala, Uganda(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and social sciences., 2012-10) Omuya, RonaldThis study set to find out the relationship between personal power and marital satisfaction among married staff at Kampala International University, Kampala District. It was guided by five specific objectives, that included determining of the i) profile of respondents in terms of age, gender, education level, marriage order, number of children, marriage duration and headship of family; ii) determining the level of personal power; iii) the level of marital satisfaction; iv) the differences of the levels of personal power and marital satisfaction between male and female respondents, and vi) the relationship between personal power and marital satisfaction, It was based on descriptive survey design specifically the descriptive comparative and descriptive correlational strategies. Self-report questionnaires were used to collect data, using purposive sampling. The findings indicated that the females dominated the study with 53.2%. Findings indicated; majority participants were within the age bracket of 20-30 years (50.5%). Half of the respondents were postgraduate members of staff with a master’s degree (45.5%) and a PhD (4.6%). First marriage members dominated the study (98.2%). Findings also indicated that the majority headed families (58.7%). Data analysis using means showed that personal power was low on the average mean index (overall mean~2.33). The level of marital satisfaction was found to be very satisfactory on the overall mean (3.27). The findings also indicated an insignificant difference between personal power and gender with a sig value of .019 and marital satisfaction and gender with a sig value of .215. There was a significant relationship between the levels of personal power and marital satisfaction (sig .000). The researcher recommended that, if relationships are to improve for better, people should be more aware of the bases of their personal power and how they influence marital happiness or satisfaction, The researcher also recommended that people should know the proper use of personal power in the marriage so that its source is not misused and directed towards attainment of personal goals, since it was indicated that there is a significant relationship between personal power and marital satisfaction.
- ItemTeachers’ perception on school counseling in selected secondary schools in Somaliland(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2013-02) Saed, Hassan HabaneA clear understanding of the school counselors exact responsibilities has been sought for years. However, even with a national, comprehensive model of school guidance counseling, perceptions of school counselors responsibilities and effectiveness are greatly debated. Thus, the purpose of this study was to determine the perception of secondary teachers on school counseling in selected secondary schools in Somaliland. The general objective of the study was to investigate the correlation between school counseling and teacher’s perception in selected secondary schools in Somaliland. The study conducted using a descriptive survey design to provide numeric descriptions of some part of the population. The target population of the study was the teacher population in Somaliland secondary schools. The target population comprised 110 teachers and head teachers that have been working in the schools for a number of years. The study selected 86 respondents from this population to be the sample population of the study by using simple random sampling. The researcher conducted the survey to collect the required data by using questionnaire techniques. The researcher analyzed the data by using frequency distribution tables, percentages and cross-tabulation techniques. When analyzing the data the researcher employed the data analyzes package called SPSS. According to the data analyzes and the presentations shown in figure 4, the level of teacher’s perception on school counseling in Somaliland secondary schools is very high. This means they perceive to the school counseling positively. In a conclusion, the results of the study showed that the school counseling profession has positive perceptions from the secondary teachers in Somaliland.
- ItemSocial influence and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge District, Rwanda(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2013-12) Dukuze, NadineDrug addiction is when an individual persists in use of alcohol or other drugs despite problems related to use of the substance, substance dependence may be diagnosed. Compulsive and repetitive use may result in tolerance to the effect of the drug and withdrawal symptoms when use is reduced or stopped (Passer & Smith, 2009). The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between social influences and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge District. It was guided by four specific objectives namely: Identify common types of drugs adolescents are abuse to, determine the level of social influences, determine the level of drug addiction and establish the significant relationship between social influences and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge district. The study used a descriptive correlation design that employed both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. The research tool that was applied in this study was devised questionnaires to determine level of social influences and drug addiction. The findings indicated that social influences was generally high with average mean of (2.671), drug addiction was found to be high on almost all aspects of signs of drug abuse including the average mean (2.518) and basing on the results, the null hypothesis was rejected and conclusions made that social influences and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge District are significantly correlated using Pearson where r=(.994) and significant-value (.000), This is shown by the fact that the sig. value was less than the maximum sig. value of 0.05 considered in social sciences. Therefore, the researcher recommended the following: There is need to educate youth in Nyarugenge district and the society at large about dangers of consuming drugs. Researcher also recommends education ministry in Rwanda change the curriculum in schools to incorporate lessons on drug abuse. Parents, educators and communities need to play a leading role by protecting children against exposure to drug substances at a tender age.
- ItemSocial influence and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge District, Rwanda(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and social sciences., 2013-12) Dukuze, NadineDrug addiction is when an individual persists in use of alcohol or other drugs despite problems related to use of the substance, substance dependence may be diagnosed. Compulsive and repetitive use may result in tolerance to the effect of the drug and withdrawal symptoms when use is reduced or stopped (Passer & Smith, 2009).The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between social influences and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge District. It was guided by four specific objectives namely: Identify common types of drugs adolescents are abuse to, determine the level of social influences, determine the level of drug addiction and establish the significant relationship between social influences and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge district. The study used a descriptive correlation design that employed both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. The research tool that was applied in this study was devised questionnaires to determine level of social influences and drug addiction. The findings indicated that social influences was generally high with average mean of (2.671), drug addiction was found to be high on almost all aspects of signs of drug abuse including the average mean (2.518) and basing on the results, the null hypothesis was rejected and conclusions made that social influences and drug addiction among adolescents in Nyarugenge District are significantly correlated using Pearson where r=(.994) and significant-value (.000), This is shown by the fact that the sig. value was less than the maximum sig. value of 0.05 considered in social sciences. Therefore, the researcher recommended the following: There is need to educate youth in Nyarugenge district and the society at large about dangers of consuming drugs. Researcher also recommends education ministry in Rwanda change the curriculum in schools to incorporate lessons on drug abuse. Parents, educators and communities need to play a leading role by protecting children against exposure to drug substances at a tender age.
- ItemParental socio-economic status and drug abuse among students in secondary school -Kampala District Uganda(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2014-08) Mukalurangwa, SpeciozaThis study was set to find out the influence of parental socio-economic status and drug abuse among students in selected secondary schools of Kampala District. It was guided by four specific objectives, that included i) identifying commonly abused drugs in schools; ii) parental socio economic status; iii) prevalence of drug abuse and iv) the relationship between parental socio economic status and drug abuse among students. The study used a descriptive correlation design that use both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. It was cross-sectional and expost facto. The study comprised of a population of 500 students from selected secondary schools of Kampala District. The findings showed that majority of respondents were boys 155 (81.6%) ranged between 12-15 years and these were between S.1 —S.3 (110 (57.9%), coming from first class families 141 (64.2%) and the drug that is commonly abused is marijuana with 88(46.3%), meaning that they are a stage of identity and confusion. The parental socio-economic status is generally high with means of 2.802 and standard (0.443), The prevalence of drug abuse was generally high with means of 2.562 and standard (0.409). The findings also indicated a positive significant correlation between Parental socio-economic status and Drug abuse among adolescents in selected secondary schools of Kampala District, since the r=478 sig. value (.000) was far less than 0.05, which is the maximum level of significance required to declare a significant relationship in social sciences. Basing on these results the stated null hypothesis was rejected and a conclusion made that Parental socio-econornic status and Drug abuse among adolescents 56% in drug abuse indicated by adjusted squared of 0.563 leading to the conclusion that parental socio-economic status significantly explains the high rates of drug abuse among adolescents. From the findings the researcher recommends there is need for parents to encourage girl children also to study, ii) In the line with above, there is gender imbalance in schools which may cause havoc, so its better to encourage parents take their children in good schools, iii) There is need to encourage parent to help their children do the home work, since it was found to be generally low, iv) There is a need to sensitize parents and children on the effects of drug abuse hence reduction of the dangers, v) There is a need to encourage parents to start businesses those who are not employed, and vi) There is a need to sensitize the parents not to smoke cannabis at any time they feel like, despite the fact that they can afford it. It found that higher SES among adolescents was associated with greater rates of binge drinking and marijuana and cocaine use in early adulthood.
- ItemAttachment and aggressive behavior among Somali adolescents in selected schools in Kampala, Uganda(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2015-03) Hamda, Abdinasir; MohamedThe study determined Attachment and Aggressive behavior among Somali Adolescents in selected schools in Kampala, Uganda it was based on the following objectives which were to examine the demographic characteristics of the respondents as to, age and gender, to deterhilne the level of attachment among Somali Adolescents in Selected Schools in Kampala, Uganda, to determine the level of aggressive behavior among Somali Adolescents in Selected Schools inKampala, Uganda and to establish if there is a significant relationship between attachment and the level of aggressive behavior. The study employed the descriptive survey design specifically the descriptive correlation survey design. Descriptive studies were non-experimental researches that describe the characteristics of a particular individual, or of a group. It dealt with the relationship between variables, testing of hypothesis and development of generalizations and use of theories that had universal validity. The study employed a target population size for this study was 150 whereby using slovenes’ formula, the research sample size was 109 The research instrument designed by this study were questionnaire and interview the study concluded that Insecure attachment was hypothesized to predict higher levels of aggressive behavior, delinquent behavior, and attention problems, As expected, adolescents had higher rates of Aggressive behavior, however, there were no significant gender differences found in any of the Aggressive behaviors within the combined sample. The researcher made the following recommendations, Turn off the TV and video games, Reduce roughhousing. One way that aggressive behavior may be unintentionally, Avoid reinforcing aggression. Many parents unknowingly reinforce their child’s, Give your child time to calm down. Aggressive Adolescents seem to thrive on
- ItemInfluence op electronic media on secondary school students' discipline in Mbarara Minicipality, Mbarara District South Western Uganda(Kampala International University.College Of Humanities and social science, 2015-09) Josephine, LukendoThe broad a1111 of this research was to establish the inOucncc or electronic media on secondary school students discipline in Mbarara Municipality, Mbarara district, Uganda. The focus was to establish the types and magnitude of indiscipline cases among secondary school students, to describe the commonly accessed electronic media by secondary school students and to establish the relationship between use or electronic media and secondary school students' discipline. This study was guided by social learning theory which stresses the importance of observational learning imitation and modeling by Albert Bandura (2006). By the use of a cross sectional study design with both quantitative and qualitative components the researcher investigated the total population of I 039 that included students and school administration staff of Cleveland and Mbarara secondary school and extracted a sample of 320 student respondents chosen by the use of stratified and 12 administrative staff by purposive sampling. The researcher used the questionnaire and interviews as research instruments, reliability and validity were tested by the content validity index. The data collected among secondary school students through the questionnaire was recorded and interpreted in the tables and qualitative data collected through the interviews from administrative staff was recorded under study themes. The major findings of the study indicated that students were involved in various indiscipline cases; the highest was particularly unofficial group discussions and sharing of on line phone pictures in class. The commonly accessed electronic media by the students was the phone. I Iowcvcr, there was no statistical relationship between the prevalence or indiscipline among secondary school students using electronic media as opposed to those not using electronic media .since fishers chi-square is greater than 0.05. Basing on the teachers responses majority or the teachers reported that exposure to electronic media has caused moral degeneration and wastage of precious time by the students. The study concluded that access and use of electronic media is good for study purposes although it affects negatively on the academic performance and discipline of these students. The study recommended that learning clubs should be established to foster use of the internet for learning purposes where students are given topics that require searching information in the library and on the internet where topics are presented in weekly clubs; pay phones should be available in schools for communication purposes where regulations are enforced to minimize the sneaking in or phones by students. J\lso sensitization of parents, teachers and students on the positive and negative impact or electronic media especially television and use or mobile phones should be promoted.
- ItemMotivation and job performance of primary school teachers in Pader District; Northern Uganda(Kampala International University.College Of Humanities and social science, 2015-10) Simon, ArinaitweThis study was set to determine the influence of motivation on job performance among primary teachers in schools of Pader district. It was guided by three specific objectives, that included i) to establish if intrinsic motivators affect performance of teachers, ii) examine if extrinsic motivators affect the performance of teachers. iii) to establish the relationship between motivation and teachers performance in schools of Pader district. The study used a descriptive correlation design that use both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. It is Quantitative in the sense that it was based on methodological principles of description, and use of statistical measurements. Qualitative data was presented on tables (Wildler, 2002).It was descriptive in that respondents in the primary schools described their charac;teristics of the various activities. It was correlational because it established the relationship bet,veen the motivation and teachers performance in selected primary schools in Pader district. It was cross sectional because data was collected from all respondents within the same period of time. It was expost facto as it involved events that have already taken place and may be related to present conditions. The study findings indicated that majority of respondents were males (54%) ranged between 30-39 years were grade III teachers. and had worked for 4-7years. Data analysis using means showed that intrinsic motivators affect performance of teachers in Pader district is generally moderate on performance of teachers with average mean of 2.68. on extrinsic motivators affect performance of teachers is generally low (overall mean= 1.64). The findings also indicated a significant relationship between motivation and teacher performance (r=0.977, sig. =0.000). In conclusion therefore. the researcher concluded that majority of respondents were males ranged between 30-39 years were grade Ill teachers, and had worked for 4-7years. Intrinsic motivators affect performance of teachers in Pacler district is generally moderate on performance of teachers. Extrinsic motivators affect performance of teachers is generally lmv hence not performing their duties. Finally the findings indicated that motivation and teacher performance are positively correlated. This means that an improvement of motivation among teachers. will mitornatically improve their performance inwardly and outwardly. From the findings and the conclusions of the study, the researcher recommends there is need to uplift the co111petencies of teachers in Pader District since most teachers were found to be Gracie III (certificate) holders. ii) there is a need to i111prove on the intrinsic motivators that affect performance among teachers since it was generally moderate on performance iii) there is a need to increase extrinsic motivators that affect performance ol'teachers since it \\as generally km in Pacler District and the schools should provide financial assistance to teachers ror e:\tra activities that tlJey perforn1 hence in1proving their standards of living
- ItemParenting and students' social behaviours in public secondary schools in Makindye division Kampala Uganda(Kampala International University. College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2017-05) Kwagala PERSIS, PersisThe purpose of this study was to determine the influence of parenting on the social behaviors of students in public secondary school in Makindye division, Kampala. The objectives of the study were: i) to determine the relationship between single parenting and the social behaviors of students from public secondary schools in Makindye division, Kampala; ii) to establish the relationship between dual parenting and the social behaviors of students from public secondary schools in Makindye division, Kampala; iii) to find out the relationship between custodial parenting and the social behaviors of students from public secondary schools in Makindye division, Kampala; iv) to determine the relationship between parenting styles and the social behaviors of students from public secondary schools in Makindye division, Kampala; and v) to establish the relationship between parenting and the social behaviors of students from public secondary schools in Makindye division, Kampala. This study employed Explanatory sequential mixed methods design. The target population of this study was 216 participants. Sample size was 140 and the retrieved questionnaires were 108. The data used both questionnaires and interviews as the data collection instruments. Data was analyzed using frequency and percentage tables; mean and standard deviations; Pearson correlation and regression analysis. The results revealed a weak and positive relationship between single parenting and students’ social behavior but not significant at 0.05 level of significance (r0. 175, p>O.05); a moderate and positive relationship between dual parenting and students’ social behavior and was significant at 0.01 level of significance (r=.582**, p
- ItemStress levels, Health seeking behaviors and academic performance of University students. A case study of Kampala International University (KIU), Uganda.(Kampala International University, 2018) Zaharadeen Garga, IbrahimThe purpose of this study was to establish the relationship between stress levels, health seeking behaviors and academic performance among students of KampalaInternational University (KIU) Kampala, Uganda. The study was guided by three stated objectives: To determine the relationship between stress levels and academic performance among students; To examine the difference between the levels of stress experienced among male and female students; To establish relationship between health seeking behaviors and academic performance among students. The study used descriptivecorrelational and case studyresearch design with quantitative approach. The population of the study was 10923 students ‘population. Slovene’s formulafor selection of the sample size was used. The drawn sample size was 386. Data was analyzed in SPSS version 22.0. The findings of the study revealed that there is significance negative relationship between stress levels and academic performance. Findings also revealed that there is no significance difference between the stress levels experienced among male and female students. The study found that there is a significant negative relationship between health seeking behaviors and academic performance. It was concluded that there is a relationship between stress levels, health seeking behaviors and academic performance. Based on the study findings, the following recommendations weremade.The university management and other stakeholders (DSA and DS) should ensure that students engage in adequate sports, social and recreational activities in order to cope and manage their stress levels to improve academic performance. The lecturers, as well as school authority (DAA, DVC AA and DSA) should collaboratively guide students on how to develop and improve their academic performance and ensures that the learning atmosphere is conducive for the students in order to reduce stress levels among students, there should be maintained gender balance in academic, social, recreational and sport activities in the university. It was also recommended that university management (DAA, DVC AA and DSA) and lecturers should encourage students to engage in proper health seeking behaviors in order to promote their health, cope with stress and in turn achieve good academic performance.