Stigmatization and coping strategies among persons with physical disabilities in Kampala and Wakiso districts in Uganda
Stigmatization and coping strategies among persons with physical disabilities in Kampala and Wakiso districts in Uganda
Date
2021-12
Authors
Akite, Rufina Immaculate
Mirembe, Gloria
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Publisher
Makerere University
Abstract
To explore the experiences with stigmatization of Persons with Disability (PWDs) and their coping strategies.
To explore the stigmatization experiences of Persons with Disability. To identify strategies used by Persons with Disability to cope with stigmatization. To establish effectiveness of coping strategies used by PWDs against stigmatization.
Description
A research proposal submitted to Makerere University School of Psychology, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of a Bachelor of Community Psychology degree of Makerere University.
Keywords
Stigmatization,
Persons with disability,
Kampala district,
Wakiso district