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School of Social Sciences (SSS) Collection
Collection of the research/scholarly output of the School of Social Sciences Undergraduate Students
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Attitude, on job training and commitment among Kiruddu Referral Hospital employees
(Makerere University, 2024)The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between attitude, on job training and commitment of employees at the work place. And to also examine the relationship between the variable that is; attitude, on ... -
Barriers of accessing anti-retroviral treatment by older persons living with HIV/AIDS during the COVID 19 lockdown in Uganda.
(Makerere Universirty, 2023-10-10)This study examined barriers of accessing ART by older persons living with HIV during COVID-19 lockdown in Uganda. The study was conducted at Kasangati Health Center IV, Wakiso District. The study specifically focused on ... -
Working conditions of children involved in metal works in Katwe Parish, Makindye Division, Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2023-10)The purpose of the study was to establish the working conditions of children involved in metal works in Katwe Parish, Makindye Division in Kampala. Specifically, the study sought to examine the working conditions of children ... -
Resource mobilization mechanisms by rural women in self-help groups in Amilobo Village, Omoro District
(Makerere Universirty, 2023)The study investigated resource mobilization mechanisms by rural women in self helps groups in Omoro District. The study was necessitated by the fact that there are very few, if not lack of evidence to explain the resource ... -
Relationship between violence against children and school performance in Makerere University Primary School Kawempe Division Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)The purpose of this study is to relationship between violence against children and school in Makerere University Primary School Kawempe Division Kampala Uganda. The study specifically aimed to find out the prevalence of ... -
Drug abuse, mental health and sexuality among the youths of Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-10)The study aimed at examining the relationship between drug abuse, mental health and sexuality among the youth in Namuwongo Parish. The objectives of the study were to find out the relationship between drug abuse and ... -
Climate change and plantation agriculture
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Transactional leadership, leader trust and job satisfaction among employees of selected organizations
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Literature on the transactional leadership, leader trust and job satisfaction has primarily been advanced in various domain with different approaches and applications. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship ... -
Farmers' knowledge and use of agrochemicals for ginger growing in Butambala district, central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Over the years, agriculture has evolved paving way for introduction of agrochemicals to not only control pests and diseases but also increase production. The purpose of this study was to assess farmer’s knowledge and use ... -
The role of the Uganda Human Rights Commission in addressing torture
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Throughout history, human rights have consistently been violated by various regimes, leading to widespread issues such as torture. Despite continued violations by states, dedicated efforts from human rights activists, ... -
Domestic violence, depression and substance abuse among the youth of Namuwongo village
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Different people may drink for different reasons and among which is to escape from depression causing problems/pressures of life. Society under the legal aspects is divided into two, one legalizing the local brew or drugs ... -
Drug abuse, mental health and sexuality among the youths of Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-08)The study aimed at examining the relationship between drug abuse, mental health and sexuality among the youth in Namuwongo Parish. The objectives of the study were to find out the relationship between drug abuse and ... -
The role of health unit management committees in health service delivery: a case study of Moroto regional referral hospital, Moroto district
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The study investigated the role of health unit management committees in health service delivery, specifically focusing on Moroto regional referral hospital in Moroto district. The study was guided by the following ... -
Parenting experiences of teenage fathers in child rearing in Mukono District
(Makerere Universirty, 2023-04-18)This study explored the parenting experiences of teenage fathers in child rearing in Mukono District. The study was guided by three objectives which included; to examine the perceptions and attitudes of teenage fathers in ... -
Challenges faced by women in accessing antenatal care services in Kalungu district, Lwabenge subcounty
(Makerere Universirty, 2023-11-14)The purpose of this study was to identify the challenges faced by women of reproductive age (WRA) 18-49 in accessing antenatal care services (ANC) in Lwabenge Sub –County, Kalungu District. The study specifically aimed to ... -
Stress, substance abuse, and academic performance among Makerere University students, school of social sciences.
(Makerere University, 2023-08)The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between stress, substance abuse and academic performance among Makerere University students, with an intention to achieve the objectives; To find out the ... -
The extent and perceived effect of drink driving in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Globally, drinking alcohol is considered a social leisure act in many societies, especially among male acquaintances. Many people drink alcohol to relax and for entertainment, both at home and a party. In some African ... -
Drivers of Teenage Pregnancy among Girls Aged 13 to 19 during Covid-19 lockdown in Lakwana Sub-County, Omoro District
(Makerere Universirty, 2022-09-02)Introduction and Background: Globally, teenage pregnancy is a serious public problem, further exacerbated by the emergence of COVID-19 which saw cases rising up to approximately 23% among aged 15-19 and by 36.6% among girls ... -
Men's perception of women and girls' rights in higher institutions of learning: a case study of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The study focuses on male students' perceptions of women and girls rights in higher learning institutions, a case of Maker ere University. It takes a historical approach to establish gender equality initiatives at the ... -
How can a man go for family planning? Examining the influence of masculinities in utilization of family planning services in Uganda: a case of Naguru, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of masculine practices, beliefs and behaviors in access and utilization of family planning services, taking on a case study of Naguru Parish, Nakawa Division in Kampala ...