This study covers literature and empirical studies where twenty (20) learners from violent homes in Itsoseng and Bodibe areas and eight (8)teachers of Tau-Rapulana, Tswelelopele, Opa-Diatla and Mmuagabo were selected and interviewed. The study was undertaken to investigate the impact of domestic violence on primary and high school learners. The findings of the study revealed that: > Violence cuts across all families of different social backgrounds and economic statuses > Family members are mostly the perpetrators of domestic violence. > Learners from violent families are not readily accepted by both teachers and other learners alike. > Community members and neighbours are not doing enough to address the problem of domestic violence. The study therefore suggests that: > Prevention approaches, treatment and other mechanisms be put in place to deal with the problem of domestic violence. > Schools should introduce a curriculum which teaches non-violent conflict resolution skills. > Teachers should be trained to be able to recognize abused children and to help them.>The government should increase the number of shelters to house learners from violent homes. > Peer-mediated approaches should be utilized to help affected learners socialize effectively with their peers. / Thesis (M.A. (LLC)) North-West University, Mafikeng Campus, 2004

The following qualitative study explored self-reported iatrogenic effects of intervention with data collected through semi-structured interviews. This small clinical sample consisted of four female adult "survivors" between the age of 34 and 47 who had experienced childhood sexual abuse perpetrated by at least one caregiver. The findings indicated significant iatrogenic effects particularly for the victims who disclosed in childhood that included a strong theme of betrayal by the systems that were supposed to protect them. One woman continued to be sexually abused, while another woman was returned to the home where she had been physically abused, following no intervention and/or protection by child protection services. Although other services such as police, crown attorney, medical and therapeutic systems were involved in some of these situations, the survivors perceived these as inadequate and leading to strong distrust of intervention. In contrast, those survivors who disclosed again in adulthood reported a significantly improved experience with less iatrogenic effects. The iatrogenic effects of intervention require further research with a larger and diversified sample in order to identify current iatrogenic effects of each intervention for children and survivors.

Thesis (M.S.)--Brigham Young University. Dept. of Psychology, 2006. / Includes bibliographical references (p. 31-36).

Thesis (M.S.W.)--Smith College School for Social Work, Northampton, Mass., 2007 / Thesis submitted in partial fulfillment for the degree of Master of Social Work. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 75-77).

Thesis PlanB (M.S.)--University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2008. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M.S.)--Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1992. / Vita. Abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 80-87). Also available via the Internet.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Indiana University of Pennsylvania. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis--PlanB (M.S.)--University of Wisconsin--Stout, 1998. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M.P.H.)--Georgia State University, 2008. / Title from file title page. Karen Gieseker, committee chair; Ike S. Okosun, Victoria Espitia-Hardeman, committee members. Electronic text (69 p. : col. ill., col. map) : digital, PDF file. Description based on contents viewed Sept. 29, 2008. Includes bibliographical references (p. 61-66).

Thesis (M.S.)--University of Michigan, 2001. / Includes bibliographical references.