http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/1059 2026-04-07T12:56:30Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12140 Indiscipline in Senior High Schools in the Cape Coast Metropolis of Ghana Krobea, Phyllis Asante This study aimed to examine changes in disciplinary issues in senior high schools within the Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana, following the abolition of corporal punishment. Adopting a qualitative research approach, the study was grounded in a phenomenological paradigm. A total of eighteen (18) participants comprising six students, six teachers, three counsellors, and three headteachers were select using purposive and census sampling techniques from three senior high schools. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analysed using Thematic Analysis. The findings revealed that indisciplined behaviours such as absenteeism, examination malpractices, sexual promiscuity, and vandalism were prevalent among students. The study also identified several factors that contributed to the elimination of corporal punishment, including concerns about physical and psychological injury, parental worries, and the indoctrination of other cultures. In response to the ban, schools implemented alternative disciplinary measures such as signing bonds, introducing guidance and counselling programmes, suspensions, and expulsions. However, the study found that school indiscipline increased following the prohibition of corporal punishment. Based on these findings, school administrators and policymakers should develop targeted behavioural interventions to address the most prevalent forms of indiscipline. Strengthening guidance and counselling services, implementing restorative disciplinary practices, and fostering positive behavioural reinforcement strategies are recommended to enhance discipline while ensuring students’ well-being. xi 128p:, ill 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12114 Influence of Parental Care and School Readiness on Basic School Attendance in the Komenda- Edina- Eguafo- Abrem Municipality Kablah, Mary Ofori The study investigated the influence of parental care and school readiness on basic school attendance. The study employed the Quantitative approach and the descriptive survey design. A sample of 553 respondents, consisting of 313 students and 240 parents was selected for the study using simple random and stratified proportionate sampling procedure. Three adapted questionnaires scales were used as data collection instruments (perceived parental support scale, primary school readiness scale and school attendance checklist). The perceived parental support had a reliability of .79, Primary School Readiness Scale and School Attendance Checklist had reliabilities of .987 and .89 respectively. The data was analysed using descriptive (means and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (Independent Sample t-test, Regression and One-way multivariate analysis of variance [MANOVA]). The study revealed that parental care and school readiness impact school attendance. It was revealed again that the level of parental care was low among students in the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem (K.E.E.A) Municipality. It was recommended that the government, as a major stakeholder in education, should create avenue for educating and sensitizing parents on their all- important role in caring for their wards in achieving formal education. Policies on education should also factor the role of parents in achieving them. xii 144p:, ill 2023-11-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12087 Lived Experiences of Road Traffic Accident Survivors Gyan, Efua Pomaah Road traffic accidents are on the ascendancy globally and contribute to several disabilities and even death. Survivors of road traffic accidents have been found to have varying challenges affecting their quality of life. Road accidents are common in Ghana too, but there is little knowledge on the lived experiences of the survivors. Hence, this study sought to explore the lived experiences of road traffic accidents survivors in Sekondi-Takoradi, specifically highlighting their physical, psychological, and social experiences as well as their coping strategies. This study used a qualitative phenomenological design using a semi structured interview guide to get responses from the participants. Participants were purposively sampled at Effia-Nkwanta regional hospital. The Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis was used to analyse results of the study. The study found that road traffic accidents survivors have physical challenges through injuries, pain, hospital environment and a lack of strength. Psychologically, most of them experienced post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) while few had depressive and anxiety symptoms. Survivors had to make some lifestyle adjustments to accommodate their new circumstances, they experienced financial hardships, and other social support problems like negative attitudes of some healthcare providers. It was also discovered that their relationships with significant others and friends were either strained or strengthened. Social support and spirituality were found to be the most used coping strategy in this study. In view of this, it was recommended that medical practitioners collaborate with clinical/health psychologists to regularly assess RTA survivors to improve healthcare. xii 106p:, ill 2023-11-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12083 Influence of Work-Family Conflict and Job Characteristics on Life Satisfaction Among Female Tutors at Colleges of Education: Moderating Role of Social Support Gomado, Phillis Kwarteng Many female tutors are affected in the progression of their career, due to the demands of multiple roles which have impact on their personal well-being and career satisfaction. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of work-family conflicts on the life satisfaction of female tutors at Colleges of Education in the Eastern Region of Ghana. Specifically, the study sought to explore the nature of work-family conflicts among female tutors in colleges of education in the Eastern Region of Ghana, again, investigate how job characteristics influence work-family conflicts among female tutors in Colleges of Education in the Eastern Region of Ghana, also, explore the effect of work-family conflicts on the life satisfaction of female tutors in Colleges of Education in the Eastern Region of Ghana and examine the moderating role of social support on the relationship between work-family conflicts and life satisfaction. The positivism philosophy, exploratory research design and quantitative approach was employed in this study. The target population for the study included all 113 female tutors in the various Colleges of Education in the Eastern Region of Ghana with a sample size of 42. The sampling technique was census and data were collected primarily through questionnaire. The data analysis was also done with the use of statistical package for social sciences. The study concluded that social support moderates the relationship between work-family conflict and life satisfaction through inhibition of the possible negative effect of work-family conflict. x 127p:, ill 2023-10-01T00:00:00Z