The overall aim of this study was to explore factors that contribute towards divorce among young couples in Lebowakgomo. In conducting the study the researchers used the qualitative method and a case study design. Snowball sampling was used in this study. Eleven participants were thus identified and recruited. The sample size was based on the principle of saturation. The researchers used semi-structured interviews to collect data. Interpretative phenomenological data analysis was employed. The study found that sudden character change, lack of and poor communication, financial problems, abuse and infidelity were associated with divorce among young couples.
Poor adherence to antihypertensive medications remains a significant challenge in the management of hypertension among women living in rural areas. The objective of the study was to assess the reasons of nonadherence in women suffering from hypertension. The researchers used a qualitative exploratory research design to conduct the study. A purposive sampling technique was used to select fifty (50) Black African women who participated in five ( 5) focus group interviews. The NVivo program was used to manage and organize the qualitative data. The study revealed that inadequate health literacy, financial constraints, forgetfulness and cultural differences are some of the barriers that prevent women from adhering to antihypertensive medication. Health promotion activities to empower women to become more proactive about their health needs and care should not be underestimated. As a result, they will be more likely to comply with their treatment, which will make them healthier in the long run.
Social exclusion is the consequence of long-lasting forms of instability that undermines the capacity of rural women. The objective of the study was to explore the effect of social exclusion among women suffering from hypertension. The researchers used a qualitative exploratory research design. A purposive sampling technique was used to select sixty (60) Black African women suffering from hypertension. Five (5) focus group interviews and ten (10) in-depth interviews were conducted with women living with hypertension. The NVivo programme was used to manage and organize qualitative data. The findings indicated that deep structural factors such as poverty, unemployment and inequality describe how women experience social exclusion and how these factors can exacerbate the heath conditions of women living with hypertension. In order to deal with the challenge of poverty, unemployment and inequality, more intervention programmes to increase empowerment should be implemented.
Caring for children with cerebral palsy presents numerous circumstances which may contribute to mothers’ inability to cope with the demands of meeting their children’s needs. A qualitative study supported by explorative, descriptive and contextual designs was undertaken. Purposive and snowball sampling facilitated the identification of twelve participants who were interviewed through semi-structured interviews. The enquiry was based on the ecosystems approach. Thematic data analysis was followed through Tesch’s eight steps and Guba’s model was used for data verification. The findings highlighted the necessity to enhance the psycho-social functioning of mothers through collaboration of social workers, health professionals and various organisations.
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