School of Social Sciences (SSS) Collection: Recent submissions
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Perceptions of drug abuse among the Youth in Abaita- Ababiri, Entebbe Municipality
(Makerere University, 2019-10)Drug abuse is a maladaptive use of substance resulting in impairment of functioning or distress as manifested by a failure to perform adequately at home, school, or work. In Uganda, a large number of the population mostly ... -
Challenges and coping mechanisms towards sexual abstinence as a preventive measure for HIV/AIDS among secondary school students in Kibaale Town, Rakai District
(Makerere University, 2019-10)HIV/AIDS remains a very prevalent epidemic on the globe, however, primary prevention especially abstinence remains one of the most important realistic interventions for reducing further spread of the virus. Abstinence is ... -
The influence of Drug Abuse on HIV infection among youths in Kawempe Division
(Makerere University, 2019-10)The study focused on the influence of drug abuse on HIV infection among the youths in Kawempe Division. It was based on objectives namely; to establish the relationship between drug abuse and increased risk to HIV infection ... -
Unemployment, attitudes and drug abuse among youth in Kisenyi I parish of Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2019-12)The study sought to examine the relationship between unemployment, attitude, and drug abuse among the youths of Kisenyi 2. A correlational design was adopted. A total of 60 questionnaires which consisted of closed end ... -
HIV Stigma, self esteem and job performance among HIV patients
(Makerere University, 2019-12)This research was conducted to examine the relationship between HIV Stigma, Self Esteem and Job Performance among HIV Patients. The study was carried out during June to July. In Uganda people living with HIV/AIDS still ... -
Exploring the voting rights of persons with disabilities in Adyel division, Lira district
(Makerere University, 2019-11)The study was focused on exploring the voting rights of persons with disabilities in Adyel Division, Lira District. The study objective included: To access the voting rights of persons with disabilities, to examine the ... -
Lived experiences of acid survivors
(Makerere University, 2019-10)Introduction: This study examined the lived experiences of acid survivors: a case study of End Acid Violence Uganda. It had four specific research objectives :(i)to deepen understanding on the life of acid survivors before ... -
Effectiveness of coping mechanisms to HIV/AIDS discordant couples in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-10)The study focused on Effectiveness of Coping Mechanisms to HIV/AIDS discordant couples in Uganda: a Case Study of Buyamba Sub County Rakai District and was premised on the four research objectives which included to examine ... -
Self-esteem and self-efficacy among school going adolescents-A case study of Caltec Academy Makerere
(Makerere University, 2019-08)World over, It is well acknowledged that Adolescence is a distinct phase of the developmental life cycle in humans. Adolescence is lasting longer than ever and new discoveries make this time of life crucial in determining ... -
Problem gambling among the youth in Bwaise parish, Kawempe division
(Makerere University, 2019-10)This study analyzes problem gambling among the youth in Bwaise Parish, Kawempe Division in Kampala District. The study aimed to analyze problem gambling among the youth, examine the profiles of youth engaged in gambling, ... -
The involvement of parents in improving academic performance of their children
(Makerere University, 2019-11)This study entitled: Involvement of parents in improving academic performance of their children: A case study of parents in Kajjansi cell a slum was carried out to find out the involvement of parents in contributing towards ... -
The influence of social media in promoting homosexuality among the youth between 15-35 years
(Makerere University, 2019-10)Today’s technological advancement has made the world a global village. Transfer of information from one place to another has become very swift in that it takes less than a minute for a person in a rural village in Uganda ... -
The role of inclusive schools towards improving the wellbeing of children with disabilities
(Makerere University, 2019-12)This research main focus was to assess the role of Inclusive Schools towards promoting the wellbeing of CWDs: A case study of Kakunyu Inclusive School in Lwengo District. The research study objectives included; To examine ... -
The impact of imprisonment on HIV/AIDS positive inmates in Uganda : A case of Kigo prison
(2019-09-16)This study investigated the impact of imprisonment on HIV/AIDS inmates in Uganda prisons, a case of Kigo prison; it presents the challenges faced by HIV/AIDS positive inmates in prisons, the institutional measures put in ... -
Effects of sexual harassment on the academic performance of female students at Makerere University
(2019-10)Despite the progress that is being made to avert the problem of sexual harassment in schools all over the world, it still remains a big challenge and various cases of sexual harassment have been reported at Makerere where ... -
Effects of child abuse and neglect on the welfare of children in Kawempe Division in Kampala District
(2019-10-07)The purpose of this study was to find out the effects of child abuse and neglect on the welfare of children in Kawempe division Kampala district. The study was guided by the following objectives; to explore the nature of ... -
Criminal justice system for women accused of domestic violence crimes : A case study of inmates in Luzira women’s prison
(2019-03)The purpose of this study was to examine the experiences of criminal justice system for women accused of domestic violence crimes: a case study of inmates in Luzira women’s prison. The study objectives sought to investigate ... -
Pregnant mothers’ use of mosquito nets to prevent malaria infection : A case study of Nassana Municipality
(2018-06-23)The main objective of this study will be to assess pregnant mothers’ use of mosquito nets on the prevention of malaria infection in Nansana municipality. the objectives of the study were to: find out if pregnant mothers ... -
Academic stress, engagement, and academic performance among third year students in the school of social sciences Makerere University, a case study of sociology students
(Makerere University, 2019-08)This study sought to examine the relationship between academic stress, academic engagement and academic performance among social science students of Makerere University. A correlation study design was adopted. A total of ...