Fostering Resilience in Children Who have been Orphaned: Preliminary Results from the Botswana Balekane EARTH Program

Katisi, Masego; Jefferies, Philip; Dikolobe, Olebogeng; Moeti, Onkarabile; Brisson, Joshua; Ungar, Michael

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“…The Indonesian CYRM-R can be used by researchers and practitioners to gauge levels of social-ecological resilience in Indonesian children and youth. This is important for understanding how young people can overcome adversity and achieve positive outcomes (e.g., Katisi, Jefferies, Dikolobe, Moeti, Brisson, & Ungar, 2019). Applications of the measure can help to identify areas where resilience resources may be lacking, and therefore where to invest in improving the likelihood of good outcomes.…”

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Adapting the Child and Youth Resilience Measure-Revised for Indonesian Contexts

Borualogo

Jefferies

2019

JEHCP

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This study describes the adaptation of the Child and Youth Resilience Measure-Revised (CYRM-R) for use in Indonesia. The process of adaptation involved several steps. The first step was translating and back-translating the measurement. The next step was conducting focus groups to explore the legibility of the translated measure. After this, the validity and the reliability of the translated version was tested, as well as an exploration of data. Samples were130 elementary school children (57.7% female) aged 10-13. Data were collected in 2 randomly chosen elementary schools in Kota Bandung. The analyses confirmed the validity and reliability of the measure (alpha = .902). The results indicated that the CYRM-R had been adapted successfully and is a robust measure for exploring the social-ecological resilience of children and youth in Indonesia. The CYRM-R can be used for research and practice in the Indonesian context.

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Adapting the Child and Youth Resilience Measure-Revised for Indonesian Contexts

Borualogo

Jefferies

2019

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“…Although Botswana is an upper-middle-income country, poverty persists amongst a considerable section of the population, amongst whom child maltreatment is rife. 16 , 17 For example, previous studies have demonstrated that risk factors of childhood adversity included family violence, 18 drug and substance abuse 19 , 20 , 21 and child abuse. 2 , 21 Therefore, these risk factors may be associated with depression in young adults.…”

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The relationship between adverse childhood experiences and depression: A cross-sectional survey with university students in Botswana

Amone-P’Olak

Letswai

2020

South African Journal of Psychiatry

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Background: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with severe life-long negative outcomes, including depression. Particularly in low- and middle-income countries, few studies have been conducted to assess the impact of ACEs.Aim: To assess the influence of ACEs on depression among young adults.Setting: Participants were students at a large university in Gaborone, Botswana.Methods: Using a cross-sectional design, we investigated the associations between ACEs and depression in young adults in Botswana (n = 392, mean age = 22.2, ± 2.5, 53.4% female). Bivariate correlation analyses, t-tests and analyses of variance (ANOVA) were performed to assess associations and compare ACEs at different levels of depression.Results: A total of 73% (n = 287) reported one or more ACEs, whilst 15% (59) reported five or more ACEs. About 64% (38) of those who reported five or more ACEs were female respondents. Prevalence of specific ACEs ranged from 9.5% (child neglect) to 36.3% (separation and divorce). One in three respondents reported parental separation or divorce, psychological abuse and family dysfunction, whilst 19% (11% moderate and 8% severe) reported significant depressive symptoms. Adverse childhood experiences significantly predicted depression (β = 0.27, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.18, 0.37). Respondents at different levels of depression significantly differed on reporting ACEs (F(3, 389) = 11.43, p 0.001).Conclusion: Adverse childhood experiences are highly prevalent and key determinants of depression in young adulthood. A multifaceted and cross-system intervention (e.g. schools, social work, psychological services, health services and law enforcement) is required to protect, prevent and treat survivors of childhood adversity.

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“…The program then continues for 3 years with services provided to the participants back in their home communities. Further information about the program can be found in Katisi et al (2019).…”

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Drawing as a Salutogenic Therapy Aid for Grieving Adolescents

Katisi

Jefferies

Sebako³

2021

Arts and Health Promotion

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Drawing can improve sensory motor skills, encourage the use of imagination, help to develop creativity, and above all presents a fun and enjoyable pastime (Vendeville et al. 2018). However, beyond play and skill development, it is an important method of communication and a tool for exploring complex and difficult issues, which may be more challenging with younger individuals (Pifalo 2007;Ugurlu et al. 2016). Drawing can also assist as a therapeutic aid in the identification of pathways to good health and well-being, such as enabling young people to map and reflect on their local supportive resources, in turn enabling a more positive reappraisal of their situation (Campbell et al. 2010;Campbell et al. 2015). The first chapter of this volume (see Chap. 1), describes the potential for the Arts and health promotion in a broad treatment, this chapter focuses specifically on the salutogenic qualities of drawing.

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Fostering Resilience in Children Who have been Orphaned: Preliminary Results from the Botswana Balekane EARTH Program

Cited by 14 publications

References 45 publications

Adapting the Child and Youth Resilience Measure-Revised for Indonesian Contexts

Adapting the Child and Youth Resilience Measure-Revised for Indonesian Contexts

The relationship between adverse childhood experiences and depression: A cross-sectional survey with university students in Botswana

Drawing as a Salutogenic Therapy Aid for Grieving Adolescents

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