Browsing School of Psychology (SPsy.) Collections by Subject "Uganda"
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Bullying, depression and suicidal ideation amongst school going adolescents in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-01-16)Bullying is a serious global public issue with a third of adolescents experiencing bullying according to UNESCO, 2018. This could possibly lead to depression and suicidal ideation. This study explored the relationship ... -
Career stereotypes and aspirations as predictors of students independence in career choice at education transitional levels in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)The study examined the extent to which career stereotypes and aspirations predict career choice decisions among students at different education transitional levels in Uganda. The study employed parallel convergent mixed ... -
Competency, work attitudes and performance of Sub-County Chiefs in the Ugandan local government
(Makerere University, 2012-11)Good governance in Ugandan Local Government seems to concentrate only on the mechanistic aspects of efficient service delivery instead of also focusing attention on qualitative and equity aspects of recruiting and empowering ... -
Couple Experiences of Loss and Grief after having a Stillbirth in Kampala, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-12-13)Stillbirth is one of the most unfavorable, sudden and devastating outcomes of pregnancy for couples and leaves lasting scars on the lives of those who have endured it. Stillbirth is common and causes physical and psychological ... -
The dilemma of youth empowerment in Uganda: interrogating the mindset question
(Makerere University, 2022-12-01)In Uganda, youth account for more than half of the population and empowerment of this youthful population is at the forefront of the agenda for the government of Uganda and development partners. Literature on empowerment ... -
Emotional intelligence, self-efficacy and relapse among individuals with alcohol use disorder in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10-26)Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a major challenge globally and Uganda has the highest consumption rate among the WHO member states. Relapse remains a major barrier in successful treatment of addictive behaviors and it’s ... -
HIV stigmatisation, social interaction and academic performance among O’level students in Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2022-10-12)The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between HIV stigmatization, social interaction and academic performance among the O’level students in Kampala District. Out of total population of 260 adolescents, ... -
The interactive staff performance appraisal process and tutors’ effectiveness in primary teachers’ colleges of Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2014-11)This study investigated the influence of interactive staff appraisal (ISA) on tutors’ effectiveness in primary teachers’ colleges (PTCs) in central Uganda. I sought to identify tutors’ perception of the Interactive Staff ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and caring experiences of health professionals managing Autism Spectrum Disorders in children and adolescents in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-09-21)The researcher aimed at understanding the knowledge, attitudes and experiences of health professionals when managing children and adolescents along the Autism spectrum. The sample consisted of twenty health professionals ... -
Motivation, academic achievement and dropout intention among secondary school students in Butaleja District
(Makerere University, 2022-04-22)The study aimed at examining the relationship between motivation, academic achievement and dropout intention among secondary school students in Butaleja district. The Specific Objectives included; to examining the relationship ... -
Operant competences, emotional competences, role clarity and the climate of occupational safety in the building industry
(Makerere University, 2012-08)In the wake of the increasing economic growth rate in Uganda, there is a major growth rate in the amount of construction in the recent past which has been coupled with an increase in falling buildings. The study sought to ... -
Organizational culture, psychological contract, and organizational commitment in telecommunication companies in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2013-10)The study was quantitative with a purpose of examining the prevalent types of organizational culture and psychological contract, and the relationship between organizational culture, psychological contract, and organizational ... -
Parenting experiences, social support and coping strategies of parents having children with autism spectrum disorder in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-05)Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a term used to describe a range of neuro-developmental conditions with shared core symptoms of impaired social interaction, communication abilities and behaviors. ASD affects many children ... -
Parenting styles and adolescent drug abuse
(Makerere University, 2009-09)The study was conducted in five mixed day secondary schools in Kampala District. It took a correlation approach to investigate on the relationship between parenting styles and adolescent drug abuse, the frequency of drug ... -
Paternalistic Leadership Style, Leader Effectiveness and Employee Engagement among Employees in the Horticultural Industry in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-08-29)Employee engagement is a worldwide challenge that organizations are facing. According to the Gallup research, only 13% of employees around the world are actively engaged at work. Leaders in organizations are responsible ... -
Peer-influence, substance Use and risky sexual behaviors among school going adolescent refugees in Kyaka II and Kyangwali refugee settlements in Western Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-04-19)The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between peer influence, substance use and risky sexual behaviors among school going adolescent refugees in Kyaka 11 and Kyangwali refugee settlements in Western ... -
Personality, marital satisfaction and domestic violence among married women in Kampala District
(2018-10-24)This study investigated the relationship between personality, marital satisfaction and domestic violence, and whether marital satisfaction mediates the relationship between personality and domestic violence among married ... -
Reproductive health knowledge, substance abuse and risky sexual behaviour amongst street adolescents
(Makerere University, 2022-04-06)Street adolescents have over the years posed a big challenge to various child actors across the world. The life on the street has made them prone and susceptible to indulging in a risky way of living which includes risky ... -
Self efficacy, social support and adherence to antiretroviral therapy among HIV/AIDs patients in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-11)The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between self-efficacy, social support, and adherence to antiretroviral therapy among HIV/AIDS patients in Uganda. The study was cross-sectional using quantitative ... -
Self esteem, coping strategies and Alcohol use among adolescents in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022)This study sought to examine the relationship between self-esteem, Alcohol use and Coping strategies among adolescents in Lubiri Secondary School Kampala. This study was to examine whether there is a significant relationship ...