Browsing Humanities by Author "10057013 - Van Eeden, Chrizanne (Supervisor)"
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African female adolescents' experience of parent–adolescent relationships and the influence thereof on their well–being
Koen, Vicki (North-West University, 2010)Adolescence is a phase that includes substantial physical, social and psychological changes (Department of Health, 1999) and is considered to be a psychologically turbulent and emotional period in a person’s life (Strong, ... -
The components required to build a therapeutic relationship with children diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome
Gerber, Edré (North-West University, 2013)The aim of this study was to explore and describe the components required to build a therapeutic relationship with children diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome. Through this study therapists and other professionals working ... -
Coping behaviour, posttraumatic growth and psychological well–being in women who experienced childhood sexual abuse
Walker-Williams, Hayley Janay (North-West University, 2012)The high prevalence of sexual abuse suffered by women as children is well documented, both internationally and in South Africa. The life outcomes of women who had experienced childhood sexual abuse are generally reported ... -
The effect of using a lego teaching aid on the hopefulness and self-efficacy of teachers
Boucher, Mandie (North-West University (South Africa), Vaal Triangle Campus, 2017)The aim of this study was firstly, to explore teachers’ hope and sense of self-efficacy with regard to the teaching context, secondly, after training teachers to use the Six Bricks and supplying blocks to enable them to ... -
The effect the experiences of volunteer HIV counsellors have on their own well–being : a case study
Van Aswegen, Louise (North-West University, 2009)The aim of this qualitative interpretive research was to explore the experiences of HIV counsellors and how these experiences influence the counsellors' psychological wellbeing. The complexities of the context within which ... -
Emotional intelligence, sense of coherence and coping behaviour
Law, Colleen Ashleigh (North-West University, 2004)The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between emotional intelligence, sense of coherence and coping behaviour in a group of students at a South African university. An availability sample of 101 ... -
Exploring psychosocial well-being in a group of marginalised African youth
Melato, Seleme Revelation (2014)This research using quantitative and qualitative methods studied the psychosocial well-being of marginalised youth of African descent in South Africa. The study of well-being amongst the youth has been the focus of many ... -
Family psychosocial well–being in a South African context
Koen, Vicki (North-West University, 2012)“The family is the building block of society. It is a nursery, a school, a hospital, a leisure centre, a place of refuge and rest. It encompasses the whole of society. It fashions our beliefs; it is the preparation for the ... -
Graphic family sculpting as a visual data collection technique in parent-adolescent relational research
Koen, V. (North-West University, 2018)Considering the relative newness of the field of positive psychology in South Africa, the need for empirical research, including research regarding research techniques that could have a unique contribution to our knowledge ... -
Karaktersterktes in Suid-Afrikaanse hoërskool leerders
Dreyer, Jeanette Embrensië (North-West University, 2007)Character strengths in South African secondary school learners: The aim of this investigation was to explore character strengths in young people aged 13 to 17 years, from a literature as well as an empirical perspective, ... -
Kindgesentreerde spelterapie en sandkasspelterapie met 'n kind met die Aspergersindroom
Faul, Dinelle (North-West University, 2013)The purpose of this study was to research the therapeutic outcomes achieved by a five year-old boy with Asperger Syndrome (AS), by means of non-directive processes of child centred play therapy (CCP) and sand tray play ... -
Marital symbols, marital satisfaction and spiritual well-being of Batswana married women
Segami, Victoria Bukelwa (North-West University (South Africa), Vaal Triangle Campus, 2018)The study quantitatively investigated and qualitatively explored the relationships of the African marital symbols lobola and the wedding ring, with the marriage satisfaction and spiritual wellbeing of Batswana married ... -
The parent–adolescent relationship and the emotional well–being of adolescents
Koen, Vicki (North-West University, 2009)It is well known that adolescence is a difficult stage of development, involving various aspects of development, namely biological, cognitive, social and emotional development. More recent research indicates that the ... -
Personal archetypes, aspects of personality and psychological well-being
Els, Christoffel Johannes (North-West University, 2004)The aim of this study has been to theoretically and empirically explore the nature of personal archetypes, aspects of personality and psychological well-being, as well as the relationship between archetypes and aspects of ... -
Psychological factors contributing to aggressive or violent behaviour of adolescents in secondary schools
Van Bosch, Elzané (North-West University, 2013)South African schools are quickly, and progressively, becoming arenas for violent behaviour. These days, schools are no longer considered safe and protected environments where children can go to learn, develop, enjoy ... -
A psychological perspective on God-belief as a source of meaning and well-being
Van der Merwe, Eveline Karen (North-West University, 2009)The aim of this study was to explore God-belief as a source of meaning and psychological well-being qualitatively and through the review of literature. The study is embedded in the growing field of Psychology of Religion. ... -
The relationship between coping behaviour and resilience processes in children in a high risk community
Bouwer, Divan (2014)Coping and resilience occurs on a regular basis within the lives of children residing in at-risk communities. Coping refers to an action or behaviour on behalf of the child with the aim of diminishing the burden of ... -
Resilience in professional nurses
Koen, Magdalena Petronella (North-West University, 2010)Research on human resilience has attempted to uncover how certain individuals, even when faced with adverse working conditions can bounce back without serious psychological harm and continue their development. There is ... -
Die samehang tussen hoop, selfkonsep en copinggedrag by 'n groep kinders in die middelkinderjare
Pretorius, Ronél (North-West University, 2003)Hierdie skripsie ondersoek opvattings betreffende die "Isebel Gees" in sekere Christelike kringe. Die term "Isebel Gees" word gebruik as aanklag om vroue te veroordeel wat sekere karaktereienskappe openbaar wat ooreenstem ... -
Sexual values, attitudes, behaviour and the psychosocial well-being of a group of African adolescent males
Kheswa, Jabulani Gilford (North-West University (South Africa), Vaal Triangle Campus, 2016)In this quantitative study, the relationships of sexual values, attitudes, decision making and ease of communication, with self-esteem, coping strategies and mental health and well-being of a group (N=552) of African ...