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Trauma exposure, resilience, posttraumatic stress disorder and posttraumatic growth among Refugees in Kyaka II Settlement in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Refugees experience or witness various traumatic events and these events can have a negative impact on their wellbeing. Whereas some refugees may go on to experience positive outcomes and become more resilient after being ... -
Career knowledge, self-awareness and career decision making among advanced level secondary school students in Kawempe Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2024-11-15)The study examined the relationship of career knowledge, self-awareness and career decision making among advanced level secondary school students in Kawempe Division, Kampala District. It was guided by four objectives; to ... -
Women’s participation in combating wildlife crime in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Women play crucial roles in the protection of wildlife and the management of wildlife crime. This study was undertaken to assess women’s participation in combating wildlife crime, using a case of Queen Elizabeth National ... -
Experiences of children with incarcerated parents in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The plight of children with incarcerated parents (CWIPS) is not widely known in Uganda yet statistics show an increasing number of inmates (50%) being parents, and the majority (97%) of the women inmates being mothers. ... -
Assessing the impact of remuneration on employees’ performance in higher institutions of learning: a case study of Makerere University, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024-08)The aim of this study was to establish and assess the impact of remuneration on employees’ performance in higher institutions on learning in Uganda, particularly at Makerere University. Literature review was done on impact ... -
Self-esteem, peer relations and depression among school going adolescents In Rubaga Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2024-11)This study investigated the relationship betweenself-esteem, peer relations and depression amon school going adolescents in Rubaga Division, Kampala District. A correlation research design was used to conduct the study, ... -
Antisocial behaviours, peer influence and depression among school going adolescents In Lubaga Division, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between antisocial behaviours, peer influence and depression among school-going adolescents. Adolescence is a developmental stage characterized by many challenges ... -
Contribution of community radios to growth of women entrepreneurs in Uganda: a case of Kagadi Kibaale community radio, Kagadi district
(Makerere University, 2023-01-16)The study assessed the contribution of community radios to growth of women entrepreneurship in Uganda, the case of Kagadi Kibaale Community Radio (KKCR) in Kagadi District. The objectives of the study were to: assess ... -
The role of mass media in transmission of agricultural innovation information in Uganda: a case study of banana farmers in Bushenyi district
(Makerere University, 2023-01-16)The study set out to examine the role of mass media in transmission of agricultural innovation information in Uganda. The study was contextualized on banana farmers in Bushenyi District. The study was informed by the ... -
Institutional care conditions, common mental disorders and academic performance among the children of music, life skills, and destitution alleviation (M-LISADA) organization in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The present study sought to examine the relationship between institutional care conditions, common mental disorders and academic performance of children in the “Music, Life Skills, and Destitution Alleviation” (M-LISADA) ... -
Peace support operations: challenges and prospects for Uganda Police Force
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Uganda's contributions to peacekeeping operations during the past 20 years have primarily taken the shape of military officers, police, prison officials, and civilian experts who have been sent on missions since mid-2004, ... -
Psychological distress, social support and depression among caregivers of substance abusers in rehabilitation centers in Kampala Metropolitan District
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Substance abuse greatly affects the individuals, but the repercussions extend beyond the user and have a significant impact on the caregiver's mental health (Groenewald & Bhana, 2018; Smith & Estefan, 2014). However, ... -
Understanding mental health resources, barriers, and intervention needs among the Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF)
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study aimed to investigate the mental health resources, barriers, and intervention needs within the Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF). The study draws upon a diverse range of sources, including interviews, surveys, ... -
Intimate partner violence, social support and depression amongst women living with HIV/AIDS at Wakiso Health Centre IV in Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Intimate partner violence (IPV) exacerbates mental health challenges among women living with HIV/AIDS, with depression often being a significant outcome. However, social support networks can serve as crucial buffers against ... -
People and State: A Genealogy of the Political Constitution of the Nigerian State
(Makerere University, 2024-07-04)Recent agitations to restructure the Nigerian state reflect the deep discontent that has defined the political constitution of Nigeria since the 1940s. Extant explanations attribute the absence of an agreeable political ... -
Socioeconomic Status, Parenting Styles and Alcohol Use among Adolescents in Bishop Cyprian Secondary School in Nakawa Division, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-10-23)The study examined the relationship between Social Economic Status, Parenting Styles and alcohol Use among school going adolescents. A correlational study design with quantitative data collection methods were used to assess ... -
Foreign direct investments (FDIs) and national development : contribution of MTN to Uganda’s national economy
(Makerere University, 2024)The dominant literature indicates that foreign direct investment (FDI) is an important engine for promoting economic growth in developing economies. This study sought to understand this debate by asking a question. "Do ... -
The influence of structural factors on inclusive education for children with disabilities in public primary schools in Mbarara City in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The number of CWDs in Mbarara city is increasing yet their IE in public primary mainstream schools in the city is not yet fully standardised to meet the SDG4 which is tailored to ensure equitable and quality ... -
Depression, social support and adherence to ART among people living with HIV/ AIDS at Wakiso Health Center IV
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The researcher aimed at exploring the relationship between depression, social support, and adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among people living with HIV/AIDS. A systematic random sampling strategy was used in the ... -
Emotional intelligence, perceived social support, and psychological adjustment among secondary school going adolescents in Uganda and Kenya
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Adolescence is characterized by many challenges that are physical, personal or social in nature. These challenges require the adolescent to be in a constant state of change and adjustment as they try to adapt effectively ...
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