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School of Social Sciences (SSS) Collection
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Assessing the role of SACCOS in enhancing household incomes in Karma village, Jinja District
(Makerere University, 2024)This topic of the study is Assessing the role of SACCOS in enhancing household incomes in Kagoma village Jinja district. The main objectives of the study were to find out factors that influence uptake of loans in the SACCO ... -
Experience of contraceptive use among students at School of Social Sciences, Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2024-07)This qualitative study explores the experiences of contraceptive use among students at the School of Social Sciences, Makerere University. The study aims to understand the factors that influence students' decisions to use ... -
Young single mother’s experience of child care in Ayuu Alali Parish, Lamwo District
(Makerere University, 2024)Early motherhood significantly impacts adolescent girls, their families, schools, and society. Transitioning to motherhood requires physical, psychological, social, and cognitive preparedness, which teenage mothers often ... -
Substance abuse, socio-economic status, parenting styling and peer pressure in Kololo High School
(Makerere University, 2024)This study examines the relationship between substance abuse, socio-economic status, parenting styling and peer pressure among senior five students of Kololo High school. The study employed a correlation research design ... -
The effects of the introduction of sexuality education on the knowledge, attitudes and behaviors of learners in Nsangi Nursery and Primary School in Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Sexuality education refers to the provision of knowledge and information concerning body development and changes, sex gender roles, health relationships, communication skills, making informed decisions on matters regarding ... -
Experience of craving among young people with a history of illicit drug consumption : the case of Kamyokya Slums, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)This dissertation investigates the experience of craving among young people with a history of illicit drug consumption. Specifically, it explored young people’s experience of the emotional and physical sensations of craving, ... -
Perceived contribution of village savings and loan associations towards poverty reduction among single mothers in Moyo Town Council, Moyo District
(Makerere University, 2024)Participation in Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLAs) in Africa have been partly promoted as critical spaces that increase financial access for the poor with the potential to improve livelihoods and build social ... -
Job satisfaction, work related motivation and commitment among medical personnel in Moroto district
(Makerere University, 2024-12)This research investigates the interplay between job satisfactions, work related motivation and organizational commitment among medical personnel in moroto district. Using a mixed methods approach, data was collected from ... -
Do juvenile justice institutions in Uganda rehabilitate? a case of Naguru Remand Home
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This study examines the effectiveness of Uganda’s Juvenile Justice Institutions using remand homes as a unit of analysis. The study was conducted in Uganda’s oldest remand home, Naguru Remand Home. Through a purely qualitative ... -
Occupational attitudes, motivation and organizational commitment of employees at uganda prisons services headquarters
(Makerere University, 2024-06)Over the past three decades, the concept of organizational commitment has garnered increasing attention from researchers across the globe, reflecting its significance at global, regional, national, and local levels. Globally, ... -
Loopholes in handling cases of child neglect: narratives of neglected children and duty bearers in Awach Sub County, Gulu District
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study aimed at addressing the causes, and forms of child neglect practiced by different perpetrators in Awach sub-county, Gulu District, unveiling perceptions that different stakeholders hold about the contribution ... -
Occupational stress and job performance among secondary school teachers
(Makerere University, 2024)The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between Occupational Stress and Job Performance among Secondary school teachers. The objectives of the study were to establish the levels of occupational stress ... -
Factors affecting access and utilization of sexual and reproductive health services among intersex persons in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-08)Despite the great need for inclusive sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, the Intersex persons continue to face substantial societal and healthcare challenges that impact their health outcomes. There is limited ... -
Work stress, psychological inflexibility and burnout
(Makerere University, 2024)The study investigated the relationship between Work Stress, Psychological Inflexibility and Burnout among Nurses of Kasana Hospital. A quantitative approach was adopted in which only a quantitative data collection tool ... -
Rehabilitation experiences of youth survivors of drug and substance abuse under care at Uganda Youth Development Link (UYDEL) Centers in Kampala – Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This study explored the rehabilitation experiences of youth survivors of drug and substance abuse at Uganda Youth Development Link (UYDEL) centers in Kampala, Uganda. The research was guided by three primary objectives: ... -
Experiences of students attending schools with religious affiliations that differ from those of their families
(Makerere University, 2024-07)This study investigates experiences of students attending schools with religious affiliations that differ from those of their families, with a focus on Kawempe Muslim Secondary School and Makerere University in Kampala, ... -
Cultural constraints to seeking antenatal and postnatal services among the Tepeth community of Moroto District
(Makerere University, 2024)Purpose of the study: The purpose of the study was to examine the cultural constraints to seeking antenatal and post-natal services among the Tepeth of Moroto district. The specific objectives of this study were to; document ... -
Effects of domestic violence on primary school-going children and how schools build learner’s resilience : a case study of Hassan Tourabi primary school in Kira sub-county, Wakiso district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Background and objectives: The study was designed to understand the effects of domestic violence on Primary School going children and how schools build learner’s resilience : a case study of primary schools in Bweyogerere ... -
Exploring the challenges and opportunities for attaining decent employment among Burundian urban refugees in Makindye division Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-07)This research dissertation explores the challenges faced by Burundian urban refugees in attaining decent employment in Makindye Division, Kampala. The study aims to investigate the barriers that hinder the employment ... -
Factors influencing single female university students to engage in sexual relationships: a case of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2024-07)I conducted a study about factors influencing sexual relationships of single female University students at Makerere University. The study was carried out at the College of Humanities and Social Sciences among the students ...