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Showing 1 to 20 of 32 for “"experiences of adolescents"”.
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Emotional experiences of adolescents from single-parent families
The aim of this study was to investigate the emotional experiences of adolescents from single-parent families; the primary aim being to determine whether adolescents display emotional experiences that differ from those of adolescents from both-parent families (intact families). Literature reveals …
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Psychosocial experiences of adolescents diagnosed with Cancer in Windhoek
… aimed at exploring and describing psychosocial experiences of adolescents diagnosed with cancer. A cancer diagnosis is known to be a life-altering experience which disrupts normal development. Often, adolescents bring to the cancer experience a different dimension of psychosocial circumstances …
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The experiences of adolescents living with alcohol-abusing parents in Appelsbosch: explorative study
… parents during the adolescence stage is often an emotional draining experience to some adolescents. This study was purposed at exploring the experiences that adolescents living with parents who abuse alcohol go through and the coping mechanisms that they employ to deal with such …
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I Think I Can: Identity and Social Experiences of Adolescents with Physical Disabilities.
<p>An online survey was completed by 40 adolescents and young adults (ages 12 to 22) with physical disabilities for the purpose of exploring their social experiences. The survey focuses on key variables associated with individual identity, group identity, social relationships and activities, and …
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A whole new world: the experiences of adolescents with beta-thalassemia major as they transition to adult care
… arduous medical treatment to ensure a life free of life-threatening complications. This qualitative study characterizes the experiences of adolescents living with, and managing b-TM on the cusp of transitioning from pediatric to adult orientated institutions of care. Using the methodological …
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An Investigation Into The Learning Experiences Of Adolescents With Perceived Dual Exceptionalities Within Gifted And Special Education Middle Grades Settings
… possess both a disability and characteristics of giftedness are referred to as students with dual exceptionalities. This paradoxical relationship of disability and giftedness creates a challenge for teachers and students, particularly in schools that do not have a specific program for students …
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A study to understand the experiences of adolescents and young adults living with cancer in a northern cape public health setting
… The challenges and holistic care needs of adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer in low- and middle-income countries are under-researched. This limits evidencebased information regarding their experiences related to palliative care and quality healthcare services, resulting in a …
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What are the experiences of adolescents during the recovery process from Anorexia Nervosa after receiving inpatient treatment? : an interpretative phenomenological analysis study
… people with eating disorders have a higher rate of mortality, with Anorexia Nervosa having the highest risk of mortality within eating disorders. Adolescents are most likely to be at risk suggesting closer attention should be given to this population. Despite the move towards outpatient services, …
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Social Experiences of Adolescents with High Functioning Autism (HFA) and/or Asperger Syndrome (AS) - Their Perceptions and Their Views of Their Caregivers: An Exploratory Study
… through an exploratory manner, the social experiences of adolescents with High Functioning Autism (HFA) and/or Asperger's Syndrome (AS) as shared by the adolescents themselves, and the views of their parent/caregivers regarding this experience. In addition the adolescents and parents shared …
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Raising perinatally infected children: reflections from HIV-positive adolescents and young people and their guardians in Cape Town, South Africa
There is an increase in the number of adolescents and young people who are growing up with HIV across the globe. These adolescents and young people are transitioning into adulthood with the pandemic, which necessitates research on the experiences of growing up with HIV and how caregivers manage …
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Adolescents' perceptions of fathering factors that influence identity development
The purpose of this phenomenological study was to discover how adolescents perceive the influence of their fathers on their identity development. This study explored the lived experiences of adolescents and the interactions with the father figures in their lives. The study consisted of 16 …
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From Perceiving To Achieving: Experiences Of An Adolescent With Autism Spectrum Disorder In A Summer Day Program
<p>Literature describing the experiences of adolescents and their families with summer day-programs is scarce. This study sought to reveal such experiences from one individual participating in a summer program, HorseAbility, in which individuals with disabilities interact with each other through …
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An exploration of experiences in disability sports and mainstream sports environments for adolescents and young adults with physical disabilities
Little is known about the experiences of adolescents and young adults with physical disabilities participating in mainstream sport and disability sport environments. The purpose of this study is to explore the experiences of individuals with physical disabilities who participated in mainstream and …
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Literacy from a Different Perspective: Listening to the Voices of Adolescents from a Mulitcultural Context
The objective of this study was to listen to the perceptions of the experiences of adolescents from a multicultural background as those experiences related to their literacy learning acquisition. Each of the adolescent learners were enrolled in the English for Speakers of Other Languages program in …
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Exploring the provision of learning support for adolescents with special needs within an educational setting
This study explored the provision of learning support in educational settings for adolescents with special needs, emphasising resources, strategies, and practices that facilitate equitable opportunities for all adolescents. It highlights the significance of delivering learning support to enhance …
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The world of adolescence : using photovoice to explore psychological sense of community and wellbeing in adolescence with and without an intellectual disability
Adolescence is considered a time of change and, to some extent, upheaval. Psychological Sense of Community has been utilised as a framework for understanding adolescents’ experiences in their communities. The present study explored the experiences of 10 adolescents from two urban schools in eastern …
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Let’s Talk: An Exploration of a Transdiagnostic Peer Mentorship Program for Adolescents with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
… disease (IBD) is a chronic autoimmune disease often diagnosed during adolescence. IBD negatively impacts all aspects of health-related quality of life, resulting in physical, emotional, social, school, and work functioning challenges. Providing care to adolescents during the transition period …
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The Emotional Experience of Parent-Adolescent Conflict When Discussing Digital Topics: An Exploratory Emergent Variable Analysis
With the rise of digital technologies in everyday life, parent-adolescent conflict has expanded to include discussions about digital topics. This study investigated the emotional experiences of adolescents and their mothers during conflict discussions about digital issues (e.g., screentime, social …
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