College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHuSS): Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Social anxiety, internet Usage, and depression among undergraduate students at Makerere University Post-COVID Pandemic
(Makerere University, 2024-10)There has been an increase in the prevalence of depression since the COVID-19 pandemic, and the cause of this change was one of the focus areas of this study. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between social ... -
Financial stress, social support and depression among Makerere University postgraduate students
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Financial stress frequently top the list of adult stressors, with nearly three-quarters of adults (72%) approving this type of stress and almost one in three adults (29%) experiencing increased financial stress. The ... -
Depression, social support and alcohol use among refugees in Nakivale Refugee Settlement
(Makerere University, 2024-09)The study focused on examining the effect of depression, social support and alcohol use among refugees in Nakivale Refugee Settlement. The objectives of the study were to; assess the relationship between depression and ... -
Stress, perceived social support, and drinking motives among secondary school adolescents in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between Stress, Perceived Social Support, and Drinking Motives among Secondary School Adolescents in Kampala. A government school and a private school were selected. ... -
Secondary Traumatic Stress, depression and job performance: The moderating role of perceived supervisory support among humanitarian workers in the Northern section of refugee management in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Humanitarian workers engaged in crisis and conflict zones often confront profound emotional challenges, potentially impacting their job performance. This study explored the interplay between Perceived Supervisory Support ... -
Perceived barriers, knowledge and attitudes towards help seeking for mental health services among Makerere University students
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study was to investigate the associations between Perceived Barriers, Knowledge and Attitudes towards Help Seeking for Mental Health Services within the Makerere university student population. A purposive sample of ... -
A philosophical assessment of Julian Huxley's perspectives on transhumanism
(Makerere University, 2024)Throughout history, philosophers have debated humanity’s drive to surpass its limitations, whether biological or encompassing political, economic, social, and religious constraints. Transhumanism, emerging as both a ... -
Understanding menstrual practice needs and their association with mental health symptoms among female secondary students in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study investigates the association between the menstrual practice needs and the mental health symptoms among female secondary students in Ugandan schools. Utilizing the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ-25) ... -
Examination of the realisation of the right to education among street children in Uganda: a case study of Central Division, Kampala, District, 2000-2020
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study aimed at assessing the realization of the Right to education among street children in Uganda focusing on central division in Kampala Capital City Authority. The study established from a human rights perspective ...