Browsing School of Social Sciences (SSS) by Issue Date "2021-02"
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Factors contributing to the persistent child abuse in Katanga slum area, Kawempe division, Kampala district. case study: Katanga slum
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors contributing to be persistent child abuse in Katanga slum area, Kawempe division with the view to recommend on how child abuse can be reduced. The study was conducted ... -
Factors for alcohol use and abuse and its effects on mental health among female students in Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study was conducted to find out the factors for alcohol use and abuse, its effects on mental health among female students in Makerere University. The study objectives were to measure and determine prevalence of alcohol ... -
Factors for the continued poor academic performance of UPE schools in Jinja District, study of Masese division, Walukuba
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors for the continued poor academic performance of UPE schools in Jinja study area of Walukuba Masese division with the view to recommend on how the performance of UPE ... -
Factors hindering the adherence to anti-retroviral treatment among people living with HIV/AIDS: the case of HIV patients of Lwengo Health Centre Iv
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study aimed at identifying factors that hinder adherence to anti-retroviral treatment among people living with HIV the case of Lwengo health centre IV. The research study aimed at considering the socio-economic factors, ... -
Factors Influencing Effective Participation of Learners in Functional Adult Literacy Programme in Adropi Sub-County Adjumani District. A Case Study of Adropi Sub-County, Adjumani District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study aimed at establishing factors influencing effective participation of learners in the functional adult literacy programme by rural people in Uganda, a case study of Adropi subcounty Adjumani district. Specifically, ... -
Factors influencing intimate partner violence among couples In Katanga Slums, Kawempe Division
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study focused on the factors that influence intimate partner violence (IPV) among couples in Katanga slums, in Kawempe division, Kampala. The study objectives were; to examine the underlying factors that fuel intimate ... -
Factors responsible for increasing consumption of alcohol among the youth in peri-urban areas of Kampala. A case study of Bwaise, Kawempe division.
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This research study aimed at analyzing the factors responsible for increasing consumption of alcohol among youths in the peri-urban areas of Kampala – using Bwaise as the case study, the research study aimed at achieving ... -
Factors that contribute to early sexual debut among adolescent girls aged 14-24
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The study aimed at finding out factors that contribute to early sexual debut among adolescent girls aged 14-24. Specifically, the study looked at individual factors, socio-economic factors and exposure factors associated ... -
Factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy during covid-19 in Uganda: a study of Bugiri Municipal Council in Bugiri District.
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The purpose of this study was to understand the factors that contribute to teenage pregnancy during covid-19 in Uganda: a study of Bugiri municipal council in Bugiri district. The study was guided by three objectives which ... -
Has intimate partner violence reduced? A case study of Namayamba village, Makulubita sub-county in Luweero district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Introduction: IPV has effects which hinders someone wellbeing, this study therefore explored if IPV has reduced basing on the following objectives; to determine the magnitude and trends of intimate partner violence, to ... -
High fertility preferences among teenage mothers in Nabiswa Sub-County, Kibuku District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study aimed at examining the high fertility preferences among teenage mothers in Nabiswa Sub County, Kibuku District. Specifically, the researcher aimed at finding out the causes of high fertility and the effects on ... -
Identifying possible existing intervention measures addressing violence against children in Kissenyi slum areas of Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Violence against children remains a global problem especially in African countries, however, one of the most important and realistic intervention measures to reduce VAC is mobilizations and sensitization of the public ... -
Investigation of William H. Sheldon’s constitutional theory of personality. A case study of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Constitutional psychology, the theory put forth by Sheldon, refers to "the study of the psychological aspects of human behaviour as they are related to the morphology and physiology of the body." In the face of indifference ... -
The lived experiences of antiretroviral therapy among women: a case study of Apac General Hospital-Apac Municipality
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Introduction: This study examined the lived experiences of women on ART; A case study of Apac general hospital and it had four specific objectives; 1) To determine the socio-demographic determinants of ART uptake among ... -
Lived experiences of child brides in Abim district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Despite the several attempts by different governments to eliminate child marriage, it still remains a threat to many young girls and boys. There is little documentation on the lived experiences of the child brides and ... -
Participation of women in water project to meet their domestic needs. A study of Bwaise community.
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Women are the managers of water but they are often isolated from decisions of water supply which is meant to benefit them. As a result of this the water projects are not owned by the women and the capacity of the water ... -
Perceived Contribution of Social Assistance Grant for Empowerment Towards Livelihoods of Older Persons in Rwamucuucu Sub County in Rukiga District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Despite the several attempts by the government of Uganda to eliminate chronic poverty among households in different parts of the country, it still remains a threat as a number of populations are still below the poverty ... -
Perceptions of domestic violence among men and women in Kanungu Town Council, Kanungu District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Domestic violence poses serious mental and physical health risks. In order to understand domestic violence, one needs to understand the social context in which it occurs so as to find culturally competent methods of ... -
Perceptions of the youth concerning recovery from substance abuse in Kawempe Division Kampala City, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Substance abuse is a very rampant and deadly habit among many youths in the suburbs of Kampala City, Uganda. It is not known whether youth recover from substance abuse and what their perceptions are regarding recovery. ... -
Perceptions of university students towards the use of modern contraceptives: a case of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The issue of use of modern contraceptives has received considerable critical attention to prevent unwanted pregnancy, abortion and minimize the risk of STI transmission is particularly important. However, the prevalence ...