Browsing Masters Degrees (Psychology) by Title
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Prevalence, socio-demographic risk factors and consequences of exposure to violence among adolescents in the Macassar community
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2002-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The goals of this study were to determine (1) the prevalence of exposure to non-sexual interpersonal violence in a random sample ru=203) of adolescents (14-20 years) from a disadvantaged, relative low ... -
Primary school teachers' knowledge and misperceptions of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2005-03)Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a serious disorder that effects approximately 5% of South African children. Teachers are seen as one of the most valuable sources of information with regard to referral ... -
A profile of the fatal injury mortalities and suicides among children and youth in the stellenbosch district
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)South Africa’s violence and injury death rates pandemic are steadily growing. Global estimates reported by the World Health Organisation (2000) have revealed that there is an increase in worldwide deaths. Approximately 5 ... -
A programme for developing South African adolescents' social and emotional well-being
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2002-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This assignment provides a description of the cognitive, social and emotional developmental tasks of adolescence. In addition a summary of the most prevalent social, emotional and behavioural problems ... -
The psychodynamic implications of battering : a review of empirical research
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This paper aims to provide an understanding of the psychodynamic implications of battering on the victims of this form of abuse. Three dominant approaches to trauma (one descriptive, one explanatory ... -
Psychodynamic therapy with low-income women : the 'talking cure' as a desirable and alternative intervention
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study reviews the literature regarding psychodynamic therapy with low-income women. Low-income women are at psychological risk for developing emotional distress as a result of their deprived living ... -
The psychological experiences of grieving for adolescents recently bereaved of a parent
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Parental bereavement has generated interest internationally, and yet very few bereavement studies have been conducted within South Africa, even though the prevalence of South African adolescents ... -
Psychological experiences of placement in correctional facilities within the Western Cape Province of South Africa : an exploratory study of incarcerated youth
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Focusing on the social-psychological level, where the focus is on negative relationships with others, Agnew’s General Strain Theory (GST) is internationally one of the most widely employed criminological ... -
The psychological functioning of patients admitted to a rural western cape hospital following an episode of non-fatal suicidal behaviour: stress, coping and perceived social support
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Suicide is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and is associated with feelings of depression, anxiety and hopelessness, as well as ineffective coping strategies and perceived lack of social ... -
A psychological inquiry into the relationship between people and the natural environment
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: There has been a growing awareness of nature among psychologists in recent years, both in terms of how psychology can contribute to the preservation of nature, and utilise its benefits for human beings. ... -
Psychological well-being, religiousness, and spirituality in the lives of adolescents from intact and divorced families
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Adolescence is a difficult life stage to navigate, and having to face a significant life crisis, such as the divorce of one’s parents, intensifies the already heavy burden of adolescence. Divorce, moreover, ... -
Psychometric evaluation of the Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children, Second Edition (KABC-II) in rural South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Millions of children living in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are not fulfilling their cognitive potential. Early interventions may aid in alleviating the effects of risk factors and thus promote ... -
The psychometric properties of the Coleman Dog Attitude Scale and Owner-Pet Relationship Scale-Modified : a South African study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University., 2020-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study set out to establish the suitability of using the C-DAS and OPRS-M in the South African context. South Africa is a vibrant and diverse country and also one of the leading countries ... -
The psychometric properties of the Paper and Pencil Games Level 2 for Tigrigna-speaking children in Eritrea
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2003-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to investigate the psychometric properties of a screening test of cognitive ability, the Paper and Pencil Games Level 2 (PPG Level 2), for Tigrignaspeaking schoolchildren in ... -
Psychopathology and dysfunctional beliefs in battered women
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study investigated the incidence of depression, post-traumatic stress symptomatology, anger and guilt in a shelter sample of 40 battered women. In addition, the presence of dysfunctional, evaluative ... -
A qualitative investigation of previously disadvantaged adult men’s psychological experiences of a sport development programme
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Considering the growing poverty and unemployment in South Africa, there is clearly an urgent need for development, particularly among the historically disadvantaged communities where the level of ... -
A qualitative study generating an item pool for a scale that measures negativity experienced by HIV/AIDS lay counsellors
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2006-04)Please refer to full text for abstract. -
The quality of life of parents of children with epilepsy
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2002-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The focus of the present review is the quality of life (QOL) of parents caring for a child with epilepsy. The review is informed by published books and articles available on the Psychlit and Medline ... -
Quality of life of tertiary students and their attachment to a companion animal
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT : Companion animals have become an important aspect in the lives of many individuals (Serpell, 2010). It has been shown that attachment to a companion animal may have a beneficial impact on several aspects ... -
Racism reduction in South Africa : a framework for understanding and designing an intervention program
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2003-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This review explores the availability of programs aimed at reducing racism in South Africa. A summary of legislation and policy directives is included to provide clarity and inject impetus into the ...
