School of Applied Human Sciences: Recent submissions
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Kiromo, Catherine (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and a mother’s mental health. Specifically, the study sought to determine the prevalence of EBF among professional working mothers at Safaricom Ltd, investigate the breastfeeding knowledge and attitudes among working mothers at Safaricom Ltd, and determine the relationship between maternal anxiety and EBF among working mothers at Safaricom Ltd. The study adopted a descriptive study design, and the target population was 150 working mothers (with lactating babies) at the Contact Center, Safaricom Ltd, in Jambo Care Centre. Ninety (90) respondents were sampled through purposive and simple random sampling techniques. Questionnaires were used to collect primary data, which was analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23.0. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were conducted to describe quantitative data. Study findings revealed that 92% of the respondents had planned to breastfeed for several months or more prior to giving birth. 86.7% of the respondents confirmed that they had received information regarding breastfeeding before they gave birth. On how they received the information, the majority (82.7%) cited health workers, 81.3% mentioned friends, 33.3% cited relatives, while those who mentioned media were 32%. The study established a positive and strong relationship between EBF prevalence and maternal anxiety among professional mothers working at Safaricom Ltd (r=0.675). A positive and very strong relationship was also determined between EBF among mothers and PPD symptoms among professional mothers working at Safaricom (r=0.867). The study recommends that the government and private organizations collaborate with policy experts to come up with a policy that compels all organizations to give working mothers a six months maternity leave from the time they give birth. Description: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3395 Files in this item: 1
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Nzuki, Mercy Muthoni (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the parenting styles used by parents in Deliverance Church International Umoja (DCIU) on their adolescent children and the influence the parenting styles had on the adolescents’ life-skills development. The study's objectives were to identify parenting styles employed by DCIU parents on their children, investigate the life-skills employed by adolescents attending the teens’ service in DCIU, establish the influence of parenting styles on adolescents’ life-skills development, and explore the relationship between social-demographic factors of parents and adolescents’ life-skills development. A descriptive research design was adopted for the study, and the target population comprised 2,050 adolescents’ aged 12-19 years attending DCIU. Simple random sampling technique was used to select a sample size of 242 respondents. Questionnaires were used in data collection, and the data was analyzed through descriptive statistics using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23.0. The study findings revealed that 15.2% of the parents employed the authoritative parenting style, 16.7% practiced authoritarian parenting style, 25.0% employed permissive parenting style, while 43.1% employed neglectful parenting style. In regard to the life-skills employed by adolescents attending the teens’ service in DCIU, 29.4% of them employed social skills, 22.1% employed emotional skills, and 48.5% employed cognitive skills. In terms of the influence of parenting styles on adolescents’ life-skills development, the study revealed that there was no significant association between parenting style and life-skills development. It was concluded that all the parenting styles equally contributed to the adolescents’ life-skills development. The study recommends the need for church leaders to create a platform where parents of adolescents in the different age categories can meet and share the parenting styles they use, the development outcomes the parenting styles have had on the adolescents, and the challenges the adolescents have faced. Description: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3391 Files in this item: 1
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Waithera, Margaret Wangui (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, August , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: This study explored the psychosocial effects of traumatic experiences in children living in two orphanages: Kings Kid Village and Our Home Child Care Center in Nairobi County, Kenya. The study was guided by two theories: the psychosocial theory and cognitive behavior theory, and it adopted the descriptive research design while the data collection tool was a questionnaire. Stratified sampling technique was used with a sample size of 98. The data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 22. It was established that the children in the selected children's homes suffered different kinds of traumatic experiences that contributed to psychosocial effects. For example, 61% were sexually abused, 53% suffered abandonment, and 74% faced violence. The majority of the participants agreed that children's traumatic experiences caused various psychosocial effects such as loss of sense of self, poor attachment, and poor association with other people. The study recommends that family members and caregivers in children's homes need to find ways to eliminate any form of abuse - be it verbal, physical, or emotional, against children in order to avoid the risk of trauma that may result in negative psychosocial effects. Description: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3389 Files in this item: 1
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Mbugua, Racheal Mugure (Daystar University, School of Communication, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The responsibility of Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) is to simplify cross-border trade and execute the National Electronic Single Window System. The agency is tasked to facilitate cargo clearance and documentation. Even with the establishment of this system, traders still experience delays and downtimes on the system. This greatly contributes to unforeseen extra demurrage charges, driving up the cost of business. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness M&E system of the of KenTrade in cargo clearance at the port of entry in Kenya. The target population was 86 staff of KenTrade. Census sampling technique was employed to arrive at a sample of 86 respondents. The study used structured questionnaires to collect data, and the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21 aided the analysis of the data. The findings, as per 70.5% of the respondents, showed that the M&E system was not effectively used. Only 29.5% of the respondents reported that the system was effectively used. Further, 64.1% of the respondents reported that there were benefits of using the system in cargo documentation, while 35.9% indicated that they had not seen any benefits. Unavailability of data was cited as the most significant challenge for the M&E system in cargo documentation (91.0%), followed by poor feedback (71.8%). Respondents recommended an increase in capacity (43.5%), coordination between sub-systems 17(21.7%), consensus-building between stakeholders (10.2%), benchmarking visits (12.8%), and frequent trainings (11.5%). The researcher recommends increased capacity development of M&E personnel, enhanced coordination, cooperation between KenTrade M&E sub-systems, consensus-building between key stakeholders, training for the users, and benchmarking visits. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3379 Files in this item: 1
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Ochola, Michael Babu (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, June , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of peer mentoring on the academic performance of secondary students; a case of Macheo mentoring program in Kibra. Its objectives were to establish how peer mentoring affected academic performance of secondary students in Kibra informal settlement, investigate the factors that affected peer mentoring influence on the academic performance of secondary students in Kibra informal settlement and find effective approaches of peer mentoring that can improve academic performance. The study used a descriptive research design and it targeted four low-cost, private, mixed schools in Kibra. Simple random sampling technique was used to a sample forty respondents for the study. Questionnaires, from a sample size of 40, 30 students and 10 teachers, were used in data collection and the data was analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences. The study found that the factors that affected peer mentoring influence on the academic performance included time allocated for mentoring at 24(87%), inclusion of academic & personal growth in mentoring programs at 25(90%), active engagement between the mentor and the mentee at 25(90%) and clearly outlining expectations of the result of the mentoring session at 24(85%). Further, the study established that peer mentoring equipped students with necessary skills to tackle challenges, enabled students to take challenges positively, led to behaviour change among the mentees and it has improved students’ academic ability. The study also established that the program has improved students learning approach both mentally and academically, enabled students to realize themselves and change their attitudes and enabled students to unlock their potential. It was concluded that there exists a positive relationship between peer mentoring and students’ academic performance. The study recommended that mentorship programs such as Macheo, which is an afterschool peer mentoring program that uses university students to mentor and tutor secondary school students from Kibra, need to be adopted and implemented in every school in order to improve education standards in Kenya and also increase the transition rates to tertiary institutions. Description: Master of Arts in Community Development URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3375 Files in this item: 1
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Kosgey, Nelly C. (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: This study sought to examine the effects of community participation on sustainability of water projects in Kajiado County. The study focused on Olepolos Water Project. Specifically, the study intended to establish the community’s level of participation in actual implementation of Olepolos Community Water Project activities and to recommend strategies that would be adopted to enhance sustainability of community-based water projects. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The population of the study was 1028 and the sample size was 155 respondents. The study adopted simple random sampling in selecting the desired sample. Data was collected using questionnaires and key informant interview guides. Quantitative data was analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23. Qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis. The study established that 98(95.1%) of the respondents actively participated at all levels in the implementation of Olepolos Water Project activities. Ninety seven percent (97%) of the respondents found the water project to be beneficial, with improved efficiency of water supply services. Further, the study revealed that the water project faced challenges such as water rationing, high cost of maintenance, and illegal connections. The study confirmed that community water projects should invest in training and sensitization of the project beneficiaries on the importance of participation during project implementation in their communities to enhance sustainability. Thus, the study recommends the need for the national and county governments to financially support community managed water projects. This will aid in improving water supply services to serve the increased population in both rural and urban areas. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3372 Files in this item: 1
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Maondo, Purity J. (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, November , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: This study focused on assessing the effects of downstream supply chain challenges on the performance of companies in the petroleum industry, focusing on oil marketing companies in Nairobi County, Kenya. The objectives were to analyze the downstream supply chain challenges, examine the effects of the downstream supply chain challenges on performance, and propose measures that can be put in place to curb downstream supply chain challenges that affect performance of oil marketing companies. A descriptive research design was adopted, targeting employees of selected oil marketing companies in Nairobi County. Multistage sampling comprising stratified and proportionate simple random sampling was adopted in arriving at the desired sample size of 91. Data was collected using questionnaires and interview guides, and analyzed using the statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS) version 23.0. Study findings revealed that unprocedural tendering systems (88.6%), frequent fluctuation of international oil prices (84%), logistics challenges such as long process cycle (85.7%), and lack of an integrated management process (74.3%) were the major downstream supply chain challenges experienced by oil marketing companies. Major strategies of coping with these challenges included purchasing of high quality products and in bulk (23.6%), outsourcing of services and using of multiple suppliers (21.8%), and partnering with other oil marketing companies (20%). Major effects of the challenges were; reduction in company’s competitive advantage (90%), low levels of supply chain integration (88.6%); and reduction in flexibility in the supply chain (80.0%). The study recommends the need for revision and design of policies and regulations with particular focus on controlled competition in the petroleum industry and for oil marketing companies to ensure that they have well-designed integrated ICT systems that coordinate all operations within the company. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3371 Files in this item: 1
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Mumanya, Myriam Bachihanage (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, September , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: This study evaluated the effects of long-term type 1 diabetes treatment on the psychological well-being of children at DMI in Nairobi, Kenya. The objectives were to determine the child’s perception on long-term diabetes management, describe predictors of psychological distress/well-being, establish the level of PWB and define the relationship between PWB, duration, child’s attitude, and level of understanding. The theory of cognitive development and psychosocial theory of development informed this study. Independent variables were the aspects of T1D management, while dependent variables were Ryff’s six dimensions of PWB. The study adopted descriptive research design. The respondents were 114; 57 children (6-11years) and their parents at DMI. Data collection tools included questionnaires and interviews. The data was analyzed using SPSS and presented in tables and figures. The results showed that 64.9% of the respondents had good understanding of diabetes, 70.18% were independent (self-management), and 71.9% had a positive attitude. It was found that 52.6% had average level of PWB. The multiple regression analysis of predictors of PWB, showed that only 1.6% of the variance in PWB was explained by the model, however, the degree of association was not significant (F(3,53)=0.287,p<.005). There was not a significant relationship between the duration and PWBc (r =0.195,p>0.146), and negative correlations between PWBc and attitude (r= -0.406,p<0.002) and level of understanding (r= -0.527,p<0.000). The study recommended that participation in summer camps and cognitive behavioral therapy as interventions to improve anxiety among the children (78.9%), also parent education is important to increase frequency of discussion that improves child’s independence. Description: Master of Arts in Child Development URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3370 Files in this item: 1
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Imbaali, Gladwel Muhonja (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of social challenges on psychological health of adolescents in selected orphanages of Dagoreti South Constituency in Nairobi County. The study was led by three objectives: identify social challenges faced by adolescents, establish the psychological health of adolescents, and finally assess the effects of social challenges on the psychological health (depression) of adolescents. The population of this study comprised adolescents aged 13-17 years residing in orphanages. A descriptive research design was employed to gather data. The research instruments used included questionnaires and child depression inventory. Data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23. Findings established neglect, abandonment, abuse and lack of social support as challenges faced by the respondents. The findings of the study established that abandonment and neglect had significant effect on depression severity on the respondents (t=-7.655, p=0.000) and (t=-7.507, p=0.000). Abuse had a medium effect on depression, chi- square test showed significant effect relationship between abuse and depression (t=-7.507, p=0.000). Lack of social support had a significant relationship with depression (p=0.000). The study concluded that social challenges affect psychological health of adolescents in orphanages. The study recommends the following; prevention and intervention efforts be put in place to protect and mitigate against abuse and neglect among orphans in orphanages, caregivers in the orphanages be well trained and be committed to the wellbeing of the orphans, and policy makers to ensure all orphanages have trained mental care workers. Description: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3369 Files in this item: 1
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Machoka, Florence (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, April , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The increase of gambling in recent years as an acceptable pastime activity for all age groups is likely to cause increased negative consequences to individuals and society. Gambling is more prevalent among the youth due to their developmental stage, which involves adventure and risky behaviours. The purpose of the study was to explore how problem gambling affects behaviour among students from Multimedia university, Catholic University of East Africa and Riara University in the Nairobi County. The sample population comprised of 164 students across the three universities. The study employed a descriptive research design and applied a two-stage cluster sampling method. Primary data was collected using a questionnaire. Data was analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The study revealed that gambling among university students was high (58.9%) and that 63.2% of the gamblers were problem gamblers. That male students were gambled more (53,3%) in comparison to their female counterparts at 47.7%. The findings revealed that although there was a correlation between respondent demographic characteristics and the risk of problem gambling, there was no statistical significance between the two. The study concluded that the greatest motivation for gambling was monetary gain at 65.3% and sports betting was the leading activity at 78.9%. In the study it was revealed that those who were gamblers also engaged in alcohol and substance abuse and they were more likely to have: financial management issues (66.7%), family problems (27.6%) and miss school (19.8%) as a result of gambling. The study recommended that education on gambling and its affects be included in the university curriculum as well as strengthening peer counselling for at-risk population. Description: Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3365 Files in this item: 1
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Mutunga, Thomas (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, June , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: This study investigated the relationship between premarital counselling and marital satisfaction among couples in the Ruaraka Catholic Deanery, in the Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi. The following objectives guided the study:to assess the prevalence of marital satisfaction among couples in the Deanery, to examine the relationship between gender, age, level of education; and satisfaction in marriage among couples in the Deanery, and to analyze the relationship between premarital counseling and satisfaction in marriage among couples in the Deanery. Descriptive study design was used, with a sample of 222 comprising 74 respondents from three parishes within the Ruaraka Catholic Deanery. The three parishes were selected through purposive sampling based on the fact that each of them had many years of experience in providing premarital counselling. Additionally, purposive sampling was used to identify the study respondents who comprised married persons from either of three parishes who had gone through the premarital counselling programme, and had been married for at least three years. Data was collected through a questionnaire and was analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), version 23. Some of the study’s findings were that the prevalence of marital satisfaction among the respondents was 72.6%; females had higher levels of marital satisfaction (at 81.6%) compared to the men who were at 63.8%; the categories of respondents indicating the highest levels of marital satisfaction were those in the 31-40 years age category, and those with college education at 80.6% and 78.8%, respectively; there was a positive correlation between marital satisfaction and premarital financial counselling (r=0.140, p=0.044), premarital conflict resolution counselling(r=0.078, p=0.263), and premarital communication skills counselling(r=0.045, p=0.515). The researcher recommends the need for the Church to use premarital counselling to promote successful and satisfying marriages with the hope of reducing cases of divorce. Description: Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3364 Files in this item: 1
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Njiru, Hellen (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, July , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: This study focused on child labour, which is a typical issue of concern in Kenya and beyond. More specifically, this study seeks to assess the socio-economic effects of child labour in Mwea Tebere irrigation scheme Kirinyaga County. The objectives for this study were to establish the factors that contribute to child labour, examine the effects of child labour, identify gaps in existing government policies; make recommendations needed to assist mitigate child labour among children in Mwea Tebere irrigation scheme. To achieve this, descriptive survey research design was employed, also close ended and open ended questionnaires , key informants interview guide tools were used to gather data from parents/guardians, key informants and children involved in child labor, they were all drawn from Mwea Tebere irrigation scheme. The study covered 164 respondents who were drawn using, a simple random and purposive sampling techniques. The collected data was analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative approaches.The data was analyzed with the help of IBM SPSS and presented in simple frequencies and percentages, tables, figures and pie charts. Based on the study findings, the socio-economic factors that contributed to child labour were poverty, early marriage, illiteracy, corruption, harmful traditional cultures and HIV/AIDS. Commercial agriculture was reported to be the main sector that demands the use of child labour in Mwea Tebere irrigation scheme. It was also established that child labour is detrimental to the development of a child. The adverse effects of child labour were physical deterioration resulting from excessive fatigue, poor educational performance in school, increased number of school dropouts and perpetuating the poverty cycle. In conclusion, it was recommended that the national government comes up with a comprehensive child labour policy. This national child labour policy would enable county governments to tailor make interventions to best deal with the problem of child labour in respective counties. Sensitization campaigns need to be spearheaded by county governments and supported by civil society organizations to improve the levels of knowledge on the child labour policies, school feeding programs be adopted in all schools, fines and penalities for those parents that allowed their children to engage in labour. At the community level, the children should be engaged in constructive recreation activities during school holidays. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3360 Files in this item: 1
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Musyoka, Linet (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of the study was to identify and analyze Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA)’s staff perceptions on monitoring and evaluation as a measurement tool with a view to establish what constituted the perceptions. Its objectives were to; analyze KeNHA’s staff perceptions on M&E as a tool for effective project implementation, examine the basis for staff perceptions on M&E and explore how staff perceptions on M&E tool influenced effective project implementation at KeNHA. The study employed a descriptive research design and targeted the staff at KeNHA in Nairobi region. Simple random sampling was used to sample 125 respondents for the study. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches were used. Questionnaires and in-depth interview schedules were used for data collection. Analysis of data was then done using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22. The study found out that the staff at KeNHA were aware of M&E. This was confirmed by findings that showed that 100% (90) of the respondents said M&E was about ensuring the most effective and efficient use of resources. Furthermore, 96% (86) reported that their basis for perceptions on M&E was their past experiences, 92% (83) indicated their basis was the culture at KeNHA, 88% (79) on personal and organizational expectation, while 74% (67) indicated that the M&E skill influenced their perception. The study concluded that staff perception at KeNHA provided a way of assessing the important relationship between project implementers and beneficiaries on the ground and decision makers. The study recommended that KeNHA need to cultivate a positive M&E culture and also engage the staff more in all stages of program implementation to inculcate a sense of ownership. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3359 Files in this item: 1
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Kahema, Susan N. (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, June , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate factors affecting adherence to Human Immune Deficiency Virus (HIV) anti-retroviral therapy (ART) among HIV positive adults in Kibra, Nairobi County, Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to explore factors that affect adherence to HIV antiretroviral (ARV) treatment, assess the psychological implication of ART non-adherence, and determine the socio-demographic characteristics of ART non-adherence among HIV positive adults in Kibra. The study embraced a descriptive survey design and the target population comprised HIV positive adults (above 18 years old) registered on ART in two treatment Centres within Kibra. A sample of 60 HIV positive adults was selected through purposive sampling. Data was collected through self-administered questionnaires, Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), and Alcohol Use Disorders Inventory Test, and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), version 23.0. The study established that 82.4% of the respondents took medication twice daily and more than one pill, thus, non-adherent, while 23.3% were taking medication once a day, thus, adherent. Further, 67% of the respondents indicated that they skipped taking ARVs because of cost-related issues among other factors. Depressed clients were likely to be non-adherent at 65.5% compared to 16.1% that were not depressed. Critically, gender affected adherence to ARVs drugs since 51.4% of the males were non-adherent compared to 24.0% of the females that were non-adherent. Similarly, clients with knowledge of HIV, ART, and positive perception towards efficacy of ART were more adherent than those without knowledge. Therefore, the study recommends the need for enhancement of awareness on HIV and ART efficacy. Description: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3350 Files in this item: 1
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Katerengabo, Bernard (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, August , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The study assessed the utilization of National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) students’ health scheme in Arusha, Tanzania, with a focus on selected institutions of higher learning (IHL) in Arusha Region, Tanzania. The study objectives were to determine the level of utilization, examine the factors influencing utilization, analyze the challenges faced by IHL in enrolling students into the NHIF, and suggest strategies to improve the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) students' health scheme. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The sample for the study comprised 220 students identified through both probability and non-probability sampling techniques. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect quantitative data and a tape recorder to record qualitative data. The quantitative data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), while the qualitative data was analysed through coding. Out of the total respondents, 90% had visited the health facility once in the previous 12 months. Some of the respondents (10%) did not utilize the health facilities, giving the reason that they were not sick and hence did not need medical attention. The majority of the students were knowledgeable about the health services offered under the NHIF students’ health scheme. According to the administrators, NHIF had not established a communication system for dealing with health issues. The student respondents recommended that creating awareness should be undertaken twice a year. The recommended areas towards influencing students’ enrolment into NHIF included the availability of laboratory tests and drugs in the health facilities, and adoption of monitoring and evaluation by the NHIF accredited health facilities to ensure that they deliver quality healthcare. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3348 Files in this item: 1
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Ndung’u, Agnes Wangu (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, June , 2016)
[more][less]Abstract: This assessed the life skills used by high school adolescents in the prevention of HIV and AIDS in public high schools in Kasarani Sub-County, Nairobi County. The objectives of the study were to establish the types of life skills used by adolescents in high schools in prevention of HIV/AIDS, determine the extent of usage of these skills, examine whether life skills could be effective for prevention of HIV and AIDS, and to recommend ways in which life skills can be enhanced as a means of prevention of HIV and AIDS. The study adopted descriptive survey design and the target population was 2243: 2101 students and 142 teachers. Multistage and purposive sampling techniques were used to select a sample size of 138 respondents. Data was collected through questionnaires which were quantitatively analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23. It was established that students employed life skills taught in their schools in the prevention of HIV and AIDS (50%). Both teachers and students concurred that self-awareness, self-esteem, critical thinking, assertiveness, effective decision-making, and problem solving were taught. Further, 81.1% and 77.3% of the students indicated that stress management and negotiation were taught in their schools, respectively. The life skills taught in schools were effective to a large extent in the prevention of HIV and AIDS. It was also established that implementation of life skills can be improved through training; allocation of teaching materials; participatory approaches; and partnerships with religious groups, family, community, and the media. The study concluded that public secondary schools in Kasarani Sub-County taught life skills in prevention of HIV and AIDS and the skills were effective in behavior change. The study recommends that the Ministry of Education needs to introduce in-service training programs to improve teachers’ knowledge, skills, and attitude on life skills education in the prevention of HIV and AIDS. Description: Master of Arts in Child Development URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3347 Files in this item: 1
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A Study of Abuse among the Elderly: A Case of Selected Homes of the Elderly in Nairobi County, KenyaBwaley, Alphina (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, August , 2020)[more][less]
Abstract: Major studies on the prevalence of elder abuse have been confined to developed nations while in Kenya with the topic yet to emerge as a significant research theme or draw sufficient practical action from policymakers. The purpose of this study was to examine elder abuse in Kenya with a focus on selected homes for the elderly in Nairobi County. The objectives guiding the study were to determine rates of elder abuse, investigate factors that contributed to elder abuse, and explore the types of abuse faced by the elderly in Nairobi County. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The target population was 177 elderly people, aged 60 years and above residing in two homes of the elderly in Nairobi County. The sample size comprised 121 residents in the selected homes. Data was collected using questionnaires and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), version 23. The study revealed that 99% of the respondents had been abused. The major contributing factors to elder abuse were lack of support systems at (82.2%), caregivers’ financial difficulties at (81%), and elderly person’s age at (76%). Neglect was the most prevalent type of abuse at 95%, followed by physical abuse at 80.2%, and psychological abuse at 77.2%. The conclusion was that the majority of the elderly people undergo abuse with neglect as the main type of abuse. The researcher recommends the implementation of stronger laws and policies, and more effective prevention strategies to address the problem of elder abuse in Kenya. Description: Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3345 Files in this item: 1
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Wachira, Joy Rugano (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, June , 2016)
[more][less]Abstract: Substance use and abuse remains not only a national but a global challenge. Despite the harmful effects associated with the vice, many youth still use and abuse substances. Several studies have been carried out on effects and factors associated with drug use. The study sought to find out the specific role religiosity plays in influencing substance use and abuse among youth and to establish the role the church plays in the prevention and intervention of substance use and abuse. It focused on church attending youth of both gender aged 18-24 years. Cross-sectional descriptive research design was used. The study recruited 178 youth and 10 youth leaders from three different churches in Westlands Sub-County in Nairobi Cosmopolitan. Qualitative and quantitative questionnaires were used to obtain data. Quantitative data was analysed using Microsoft excel 2007 and IBM Software Package for Social Sciences (SPPS) 20.0 Qualitative data was thematically analysed for any emerging themes guided by the research objectives. Commonly abused drugs were found to be cannabis, alcohol and tobacco. ASSIST results showed that a third of youth were at a low risk, half were at a moderate risk and a fifth were at a high risk of developing health problems related to substance use and abuse. Despite the majority of youth agreeing that religion was important to them and indicating that using drugs violated their religious beliefs, no church had a youth programme that specifically addressed the vice. Religiosity which was measured by church attendance and involvement was found to have a protective factor against substance use and abuse (SUA). The study also found need for creating awareness of SUA in churches, initiating rehabilitation centres in churches, increasing youth activities and involving families in addressing the vice. Description: Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3326 Files in this item: 1
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Odiero, Jackline Andeso (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, June , 2017)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of this study was to conduct an investigation into the church‟s participation in the protection of children against sexual abuse in Kibra slum. Its objectives included to investigate the church‟s participation in the protection of children against sexual abuse in Kibra slum, to establish ways the church uses to protect children from sexual abuse identify the effects of sexual abuse on the lives of children in Kibra and recommend strategies the church can use to tackle sexual abuse among children in Kibra. The study employed a case study design and used both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection. It targeted 10-15-year-old children, the church‟s members, especially management board, and Sunday school teachers. The study used purposive sampling technique to select 166 respondents. It used questionnaires and guided interviews to collect data that was coded and keyed into the computer for analysis using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21. The findings indicated that the respondents understood the church‟s role in the protection of chidren against sexual abuse. The study also found out that children were affected by child sexual abuse both physically, psychologically and emotionally. The study concluded that child sexual abuse was a common occurrence in Kibra slums. The effects of sexual abuse that were experienced in childhood had a long way of effect even to a person‟s adulthood. The study recommended that church leadership should seriously vet the Sunday school teachers, develop a child safety curriculum, and train the staff on it. Description: Master of Arts in Child Development URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3323 Files in this item: 1
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Matheka, Joyce Katunge (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, January , 2013)
[more][less]Abstract: Human development has four dimensions, namely, socio-emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual development. The services CCIs provide tend to directly emphasize on the physical, cognitive, and spiritual development, at the expense of the socio-emotional needs which are often not directly met. This study therefore sought to assess the services offered to enhance socio-emotional development of children at Amazing Grace Children’s Home, New Life Home Trust, and Reed of Hope Children Centre in Nakuru County. The study investigated the types of services offered which were geared towards socio-emotional development, the level of awareness of the caregivers on the services and establish the type(s) of facilities enhancing socio-emotional development. Qualitative and quantitative approaches of research were used. Data was collected through questionnaires, observation checklists and interviews. The population of the research was drawn from Amazing Grace Children’s Home, New Life Home Trust and Reed of Hope Children Centre. This study involved 20 adult workers and 69 children. The data was analysed using descriptive data analysis and descriptive statistics. The research is resourceful for CCIs in strategizing on offering improved services enhancing socio-emotional development and resourceful to policy makers in guiding their planning and provision of services to vulnerable children. It was found that 65% of the respondents offered play and immediate discipline. The study recommends established routine schedule for the children and emphasizes collaborative communication between children and caregivers at the CCIs. Description: Master of Arts in Child Development URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3322 Files in this item: 1