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21	Adolescents' experience of the impact of alcoholism in their families : an educational psychological perspective Reddy, Kamaladevi 02 1900 (has links) Educational Studies / M. Ed. (Guidance and Counselling) Alcoholism Puberty Adolescence Self concept Vulnerability Educational psychological perspective Self-actualization 362.29208350968 Children of alcoholics -- South Africa Dysfunctional families -- South Africa Social influence
22	Substance abuse among male adolescents Mohasoa, Irene Patience 02 1900 (has links) Adolescent substance abuse is a major problem facing the world today. In order to understand the reasons for adolescent substance abuse behaviour, various theoretical perspectives were utilised and strategies to curb substance use were also identified. The study was conducted in the rural areas of Zeerust, North West province of South Africa. The participants included 12 male adolescents, whose ages ranged from 12 to 15 years. A qualitative, explorative research design was employed. Data was gathered using semi-structured interviews, genograms and observations. Thematic analysis was used to analyse audio-taped data. The study found that substances abused by the participants include alcohol, nicotine, cannabis and heroin. Their reasons for using these substances include individual, family and environmental factors. However, peer group pressure was identified as the primary factor for adolescent substance use. This study emphasises the painful nature of substance abuse among adolescents, yet at the same time it succeeds in highlighting the strategies that can be employed to address substance abuse among adolescents. In addition, this study recommends a concerted effort by all the stakeholders in addressing the substance abuse problem. / Psychology / M.A. (Psychology) Genograms Dependence Theoretical perspectives Thematic analysis Qualitative research 362.2908351
23	Substance abuse among male adolescents Mohasoa, Irene Patience 02 1900 (has links) Adolescent substance abuse is a major problem facing the world today. In order to understand the reasons for adolescent substance abuse behaviour, various theoretical perspectives were utilised and strategies to curb substance use were also identified. The study was conducted in the rural areas of Zeerust, North West province of South Africa. The participants included 12 male adolescents, whose ages ranged from 12 to 15 years. A qualitative, explorative research design was employed. Data was gathered using semi-structured interviews, genograms and observations. Thematic analysis was used to analyse audio-taped data. The study found that substances abused by the participants include alcohol, nicotine, cannabis and heroin. Their reasons for using these substances include individual, family and environmental factors. However, peer group pressure was identified as the primary factor for adolescent substance use. This study emphasises the painful nature of substance abuse among adolescents, yet at the same time it succeeds in highlighting the strategies that can be employed to address substance abuse among adolescents. In addition, this study recommends a concerted effort by all the stakeholders in addressing the substance abuse problem. / Psychology / M.A. (Psychology) Genograms Dependence Theoretical perspectives Thematic analysis Qualitative research 362.2908351
24	Adolescents' experience of the impact of alcoholism in their families : an educational psychological perspective Reddy, Kamaladevi 02 1900 (has links) Educational Studies / M. Ed. (Guidance and Counselling) Alcoholism Puberty Adolescence Self concept Vulnerability Educational psychological perspective Self-actualization 362.29208350968 Children of alcoholics -- South Africa Dysfunctional families -- South Africa Social influence
25	Behaviour problems of adolescents in secondary schools of Bulawayo: causes, manifestations and educational support Chimhenga, Sylod 11 1900 (has links) Behaviour problems are a problem in many secondary schools in Zimbabwe. This study attempts to investigate the causes and manifestations of behaviour problems of adolescent learners and to develop guidelines for teachers on how to assist learners with behaviour problems in the classroom. This is a qualitative study using focus group and semi-structured interviews. The main findings contributing to the causes of behaviour problems among adolescent learners are environmental factors, such as the family and the school and peer pressure. Behaviour problems are manifested by adolescents as disruptive behaviour, aggressive and antisocial behaviour, telling lies and theft. The findings highlight important guidelines, which teachers can use to assist and understand learners with behaviour problems in the classroom. The guidelines present an endeavour to solve problem behaviour in the classroom. / Educational Studies / M.Ed. (Special Needs Education) Behaviour problems Emotional problems Needs for adolescent learners Disruptive behaviour Emotional needs Psychological needs Adolescence Cognitive development Social development Causative factors of behaviour problems Manifestations of behaviour problems Ecological systems model 371.93096891 Learning, Psychology of Problem youth -- Zimbabwe -- Bulawayo Home and school -- Zimbabwe -- Bulawayo
26	Behaviour problems of adolescents in secondary schools of Bulawayo: causes, manifestations and educational support Chimhenga, Sylod 11 1900 (has links) Behaviour problems are a problem in many secondary schools in Zimbabwe. This study attempts to investigate the causes and manifestations of behaviour problems of adolescent learners and to develop guidelines for teachers on how to assist learners with behaviour problems in the classroom. This is a qualitative study using focus group and semi-structured interviews. The main findings contributing to the causes of behaviour problems among adolescent learners are environmental factors, such as the family and the school and peer pressure. Behaviour problems are manifested by adolescents as disruptive behaviour, aggressive and antisocial behaviour, telling lies and theft. The findings highlight important guidelines, which teachers can use to assist and understand learners with behaviour problems in the classroom. The guidelines present an endeavour to solve problem behaviour in the classroom. / Educational Studies / M.Ed. (Special Needs Education) Behaviour problems Emotional problems Needs for adolescent learners Disruptive behaviour Emotional needs Psychological needs Adolescence Cognitive development Social development Causative factors of behaviour problems Manifestations of behaviour problems Ecological systems model 371.93096891 Learning, Psychology of Problem youth -- Zimbabwe -- Bulawayo Home and school -- Zimbabwe -- Bulawayo

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