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Influence of print and electronic media on selected social behaviour and relationships among school going adolescents in Nairobi, Kenya
(2003)Media is said to influence the character of a child and adolescent in adulthood. Kenya has had a rapid expansion of media whose large proportions of features are western oriented. This study sought to find out the influence ... -
An investigation into the incidents of child abuse in Kawangware slum area: counselling implications
(Kenyatta University, 2004)The purpose of the present study was to establish the key incidents of child abuse among children in Kawangware slum area, point out the principal culprits in child abusive behaviour, compare child abuse rates between ... -
An investigation into the causes of teacher stress in selected public high schools in - Nairobi, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2005)In this paper, an investigation into the causal factors of stress among teachers in selected Public high schools in Nairobi Province of Kenya has been described. Data was obtained by means' of a questionnaire which was ... -
Eysenck's Introversion-Extraversion Theory: A Test of Psychological Orientation of Prisoners in Lang'ata and Thika Prisons, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2005)The major purpose of this study was to investigate Eysenck's Introversion - Extraversion Theory as a test of psychological orientation of prisoners in Lang'ata and Thika prisons, Kenya. The study also aimed at finding ... -
Counselling needs of children in some selected rehabilitation schools in Kenya: a study in personal orientation
(Kenyatta University, 2005)Childrenare a basic resource for proper continuity of any society and utmost care must be taken to ensure their safety and survival. Rehabilitation centres are created with the sole purpose of re-socializing children ... -
Certainty in career choice among Kenyatta University students implications for career counseling
(2007)While the career development process is life-long, choices made during the college years are particularly significant in setting the foundation for future professional options. Selecting a career can be a daunting task for ... -
An assessment of factors related to the effectiveness of government rehabilitation schools for delinquent adolescents in Nairobi and Kiambu.
(2007-10)The problem adolescence delinquency is a worldwide social phenomenon. Of most concern is the impact of delinquency on the adolescence, their families, and the society at large, and the relationship between delinquency ... -
The Psychological Challenges Experienced in Retirement by Police Officers: A Case Study of the Administration Police Officers in Kenya.
(Kenyatta University, 2011)The purpose of this study was designed to explore the psychological challenges of retirement on police officers with the specific focus on the impact it has on their lives outside the service. Retirement is a complex ... -
A Case Study of Domestic Violence against Women in Kapsowar Division of Marakwet District: Implications for Counselling
(2011-12-27)The primary purpose of this study was to find out the causes and forms of domestic violence against women in Kapsowar division of Marakwet District and to discuss their implications for counseling. A sample of 65 women ... -
Factors influencing adolescent precocity to sexual practice: a case study of secondary school students in Nairobi province, Kenya
(2011-12-27)The purpose of this study was to examine factors that were responsible for adolescent precocity in sexual matters. The study was also carried out to explore the consequences of adolescent sexual practices and to establish ... -
Psychosocial effects of palliative care-giving on primary care-givers of elderly people with advanced cancers in Manyatta constituency, Embu county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2012)Global statistics show that people providing primary palliative care to cancer victims are faced by different challenges ranging from fear of impending death, economic, social, stigma, loss of function or place in the ... -
Peer versus parental conformity among adolescents in secondary schools in Kitui District, Kenya
(2012-01-03)This was a study of peer versus parental conformity among adolescents in secondary schools. The purpose of the study was to find out who the adolescents would follow in making decisions affecting them if the views of their ... -
Attitudes towards abortion among university undergraduatet students in two selected puplic universities in Kenya : implications for counselling
(2012-01-06)It is currently estimated that 26-31 million legal and 10-20 million illegal abortions are performed each year worldwide. The estimated worldwide total abortions (legal and illegal) range between 36-53 million yielding an ... -
Assessment of counselling needs among high school students in Nyamira division, Nyamira district, Kenya
(2012-01-11)The current study was carried out to explore and assess the counselling needs of high school students in Nyamira Division, Nyamira District, Kenya. The chief aim was to classify the categories of' problems that are faced ... -
An investigation into the effectiveness of rehabilitation programmes in selected centres of former street children and adolescents in Nairobi, Kenya
(2012-02-15)The problem of street children is a worldwide social concern. There is virtually no city anywhere in the world without the presence of street children. Although the street children phenomenon is a global problem, it is ... -
A study of adolescents' views on the nature of parents-adolescents and adolescents- peer relationship in Nairobi Province
(2012-02-15)This study was designed to establish the nature of parent-adolescent and adolescent peers relationship according to adolescents' views. The researcher further intended to find out whether adolescents' gender, age, peer ... -
Risk factors and coping strategies for occupational stress among prison officers in Nairobi county in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2013)Occupational stress has been considered a major problem in the service industry. It affects the health of employees and also reduces the work productivity of an organization. It is predicted that by the year 2020, stress ... -
Effectiveness of drug rehabilitation programs on behavior modification of drug addicts in Nairobi County
(Kenyatta University, 2013)According to the World Drug Report (2007), approximately 200 million people, about 5% of the world's population aged between 15 and 64 years have either been forced" or voluntarily sought help of rehabilitation centers ... -
Psychosocial factors that affect girls' academic performance in secondary schools in Kenyenya, Kisii county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2013)Female education is recognized as a critical pathway in promoting social, political and economic development. In Kenya, in spite of the progress made in narrowing the gender gap in education, still some parts of the ... -
Relationship between Parent-Child Communication about Alcohol and Adolescent's Usage among High School Students in Nairobi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2013-06)The study was occasioned by epidemiological data which shows that alcohol use is a rampant and present in the society mostly affecting the youth. The study explored the relationship of parent-child communication about ...
