Thesis (M.A.(Social Work)) --University of Limpopo, 2006 / The problem of alcohol and other drugs abuse as well as HIV/AIDS exists
globally. This problem does not, spare any institution. It occurs even in primary
schools. It cuts across the colour, creed, age and ethnicity lines. The high rate of
infection and death of youth in South Africa has devastating consequences, which
in turn has led to a destruction of individuals, families and communities. In other
words, HIV/AIDS poses a serious threat to the health and welfare of South
Africans. Heightened concern about the damage brought by alcohol and other
drugs as well as HIV/AIDS has led researchers, educators, social service providers
and health service providers to develop an array of diversified programmes to
discourage the youth from engaging in unprotected sex and abusing drugs and
alcohol. However the problems persist despite measures suggested in a plethora of
research studies, reports and inquiries that have been mounted towards alleviating
them.
An investigation of knowledge on HIV/AIDS and substance abuse was conducted
among Grade 6 & 7 learners from three different primary schools in Sefateng
Village, Motsepe, Bogalatladi; and Mafise. The ages of respondents ranged from
12 to 16 years of age. The findings in the study shows that primary school learners
indulge in sexual activities and use of substances from as early as 12 years of age.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:ul/oai:ulspace.ul.ac.za:10386/146 |
| Date | January 2006 |
| Creators | Manale, Christina Malekgere |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
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