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- The collections in this Community are comprised of Indigenous Knowledge emanating from communities in the neighborhoods of Kabale University. These are communities in the great Kigezi Region.
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Factors Associated with Male Partner Support During Pregnancy and Child Birth in Kabale District.
(Kabale University, 2024) Niwarinda, Denesi
Background: Pregnancy and childbirth are natural processes but by no means risk-free. Efforts to improve maternal and child health services have been made, but poor outcomes of pregnancy and child’s birth remain high in Sub-Saharan Africa. The study sought to assess factors associated with male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth in selected public and faith-based health facilities in Kabale district in Uganda.
Methods: The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional design using a quantitative approach to assess 318 mothers using a convenience sampling method. Both predictor variables including health facility service factors, social-cultural factors, and demographics as well as support as an outcome were assessed using a semi-structured questionnaire. Quantitative data generated from the field was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics and presented in frequencies and percentages, and logistics regression was used to trace the associations between study variables and male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth at a 0.05 level of significance.
Results: The main findings of the study indicate that 216/318 (68%) had low male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth and only 102(32%) had high male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth. The study found a significant association between health-related factors and the support women receive from their male partners (OR=1.16, 95%CI: 1.08 to 1.25, p<0.001). Additionally, contextual / social-cultural-related factors were also significantly associated with the support women received from their male partners during pregnancy and childbirth (OR=1.19 95%CI: 1.03c to 1.38, p=0.017).
Conclusion: The study recommends building the capacity of health workers on male support, prioritizing the adoption of a resource package for engaging men in pregnancy and childbirth and its implementation, awareness through outreaches and media, incentives at each facility for male partners support and community engagement on male support in pregnancy and childbirth.
Impact of Batwa Settlement Patterns on their Social Economic Development: A Case Study of Kisoro Municipality.
(Kabale University, 2024) Muhumuza, Abraham
Anti-Social Behavior and Teenager’s Wellbeing: A Case Study of Northern Division Kabale Municipality.
(Kabale University, 2024) Kyarikunda, Esau
Background: Persistent engagement in antisocial behavior by people of all age groups is thought to reduce the personal well-being of people. It impacts on individuals, families, and communities; it prevents a peaceful community life and degrades the environment. However, less is known about potential adverse emotional, psychological, physical, social, economic, and behavioral outcomes among teenagers with antisocial behavior.
Methods:
A qualitative study was conducted to develop an understanding of the effects of antisocial behavior on the personal well-being of teenagers. Using data from interviews with antisocial and pro-social teenagers, the study examined the association between antisocial behavior and teenager’s well-being using a sample size of one hundred participants (n = 100). Official arrest records and self-reports of engagement in antisocial behavior were used to classify participants as antisocial and contrasted with teenagers' well-being alongside pro-social teenagers.
Results: With few exceptions, teenagers with persistent antisocial behaviors experienced the greatest effects of antisocial behaviors. Compared to teenagers with no antisocial behavior, participants with persistent antisocial behaviors had poorer personal well-being outcomes coupled with alcohol misuse, poverty, drug abuse, stealing, and unwanted pregnancy.
Rehabilitation Services and Disability in Buhara Sub-County Kabale District.
(Kabale University, 2024) Orishaba, Joan
The study was about the relationship between rehabilitation services and disability in Buhara Sub County in Kabale district, Uganda. The study was guided by objectives namely; to examine the different rehabilitation services in the promotion and protection of the rights of PWDs, to find out the challenges facing the implementation of policies and strategies for the realization of the rights of PWDs in Buhara Sub-county, and to suggest the possible solutions to the challenges faced in the observance of rights of PWDs in Buhara Sub County. Both quantitative and qualitative approaches were used in this study. The study sampled 67 out of 73 respondents as the target population. The study found out that there was a service of physical theory to PWDs, in that physical therapists work with patients with injuries, chronic health conditions, and patients who have undergone surgery. Some respondents also showed that there was cognitive rehabilitation therapy in that cognitive rehabilitation could help individuals build new skills to counteract an injury or limitation. From the findings, the poverty experienced by many people with disabilities and their families both influenced and were influenced by physical factors such as transport; lack of health professionals trained in specialized skills relating to health-related rehabilitation was identified as a large barrier, access to education. The study concluded that Persons with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities improved in terms of their activities of daily living. On the other hand, persons with intellectual disabilities could benefit from occupational therapy interventions to improve their ADL ability, even in the absence of any change in their awareness of disability. The aforementioned issues need to be addressed by the healthcare systems, policymakers, and the management of communities. Addressing issues like transport will increase the patients’ attendance at rehabilitation sessions. If the problems of the shortage of service providers are addressed, the rehabilitation sessions with patients will increase and service providers will more easily attend courses and workshops available for them. This study recommended that the local actors need to take charge and renew efforts made by international organizations by providing trained rehabilitation staff and quality rehabilitation services in several geographical locations and developing a national referral system. In addition, continuous education about disability issues and inclusion is necessary for the public and healthcare personnel to reduce negative attitudes towards PWD.
Effects of Domestic Violence on Suicide Among Students: A Case Study of Kabale Municipality.
(Kabale University, 2024) Atuhura, Fred
The study examined the effect of domestic violence on suicide among students in Kabale municipality. It was guided by the following objectives; to examine the association between domestic violence and suicide attempts among students in Kabale Municipality, to assess the prevalence and patterns of domestic violence among students in Kabale Municipality, and to identify different strategies for improving the prevention efforts and support systems for students affected by domestic violence and at risk of suicide in Kabale municipality.
The study adopted a descriptive research design comprising both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The study included Students, Parents, and community members. The researcher used a sample size of 70 respondents. The study was based on questionnaires and interviews. The collected data was analyzed manually using tallies and the responses of the subjects were then categorized in frequency counts and score tables with varying percentages calculated and later tabulation method was used to present data.
The present study revealed the association between domestic violence and suicide attempts among students and highlighted key factors which included impact on mental health, academic Impact, protective factors and interventions, and depression. The study further examined the prevalence and patterns of domestic violence among students as depression, decline in school performance, distress due to verbal conflict between parents, and verbal alteration. The study established the different strategies for improving the prevention efforts and support systems for students affected by domestic violence and at risk of suicide which included sensitization and mobilization, instigating child protection investigations into situations of domestic violence, peer support programs, and counseling and support services