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E-tailing: consumers’ perceived risks and coping strategies – a study performed in Potchefstroom, North West Province
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2020)Consumers find themselves in a digitally sophisticated world in which electronic resources such as the internet simplify lives by providing them with instant information, which in return enables them to make informed ... -
Early-life exposure to fluoxetine and/or exercise on bio-behavioural markers of depression in early adulthood in stress sensitive rats
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)Juvenile depression is a major concern worldwide, with only the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) fluoxetine and escitalopram approved for treatment. The effects of early-life exposure to SSRIs on neurodevelopment ... -
Eating habits and nutrient intakes of 10-15 year old children in the North West Province
(North-West University, 2005)During adolescence, the nutritional needs are higher than at any other time in the lifecycle. Childhood food practices persist into late adolescence and children's food preferences predict their food consumption patterns. ... -
An education and training programme as a strategy to improve consumers knowledge and operation towards basic water utilization
(North-West University, 2010)Background The North West Province, especially the rural areas, is known for nitrogenous pollution in their water. The inhabitants of Madibogo were identified as a vulnerable group and, therefore, Madibogo was chosen as a ... -
An education intervention on prescribing patterns of drugs for acid-related disorders in a clinic setting : a case study
(North-West University, 2007)The South African national drug policy (NDP) was implemented in 1994 to ensure the availability and accessibility of essential drugs to all citizens. The NDP also hoped to ensure the safety, efficacy and quality of drugs ... -
An educational intervention program for female farm dwellers focusing on resource management
(North-West University, 2004)In this study, the empowering of the female farm dwellers by education and training in order to increase their knowledge and skills in family resource management, is investigated. It forms part of the FLAGH Study (Farm ... -
Educational resilience : a systematic review of positive psychology interventions in middle childhood
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2019)Problem statement - Positive mental health has become increasingly significant, as mental illness became the leading cause of disability around the world. This necessitates earlier pro-active interventions to promote ... -
Effect of a combined rugby conditioning and plyometric training program on selected physical and anthropometric components of university–level rugby players
(North-West University, 2009)Plyometrics is a specialized, high-intensity training technique for the improvement of power and performances among athletes primarily participating in dynamic, explosive type of team sports such as rugby league and soccer. ... -
The effect of a fatty acid-based carrier on the bioavailability of epigallocatechin gallate
(North-West University, 2008)Background: Potential health benefits of green tea and green tea catechin, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), in humans include prevention of cancer, prevention of cardiovascular disease, prevention of diabetes mellitus, ... -
Effect of a micronutrient–fortified beverage on cognition and nutritional status of primary school children
(North-West University, 2012)Childhood micronutrient deficiencies have negative effects on cognition. Little is known about the effects of combined consumption of micronutrients and sugar on growth and cognitive function. The aim of this thesis was ... -
The effect of a physical activity intervention on selective markers of the metabolic syndrome in adolescents with low socio–economic status
(North-West University, 2009)Background - Physical inactivity causes obesity, a condition which is related to insulin resistance, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia and the metabolic syndrome (MS). MS is the collective description of lifestyle ... -
The effect of a physical and combined health promotion intervention programme on some selected health indicators of South African Colliery Executives
(North-West University, 2006)In many countries the focus of the employer's health policy has shifted from the emphasis of treating the disease to the preventative paradigm, which focuses more on the promotion of employees' health. Literature indicates ... -
The effect of acute and chronic sildenafil treatment with and without atropine co–administration on anxiety–like behaviour in rats
(North-West University, 2010)The neurobiology of anxiety-related disorders is associated with impaired neuroplasticity. The glutamate/NO/cGMP pathway has been proposed to play a key role in neuroplasticity and neurodevelopment. It was demonstrated in ... -
The effect of African leafy vegetables on the alleviation of micronutrient deficiencies in school children residing in the North West Province of South Africa
(2014)Background - Food and nutrition insecurity severely compromises the quality of life in farm communities in South Africa. Although food‐based approaches are more sustainable strategies to address malnutrition, most other ... -
The effect of an adapted personal growth training programme on female victims of domestic violence in Potchefstroom
(North-West University, 2011)Violence against women in cohabiting and marital relationships is, at present, a prominent phenomenon in South Africa. Domestic violence against women and children in South Africa is widespread and on the increase, also ... -
The effect of an enhanced quality physical education programme on physical activity and fitness among grade 7-learners in Potchefstroom
(2015)The low physical activity (PA) levels of children have become a national public health concern in South Africa. Moreover, the quality of Physical Education (PE) in South African schools has been compromised by challenges ... -
The effect of blood glucose control on fibrin network characteristics of African subjects with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes
(North-West University, 2008)Type 2 diabetes is a growing health problem worldwide. People affected face increased cardiovascular (CVD) disease risk. Cardiovascular disease is a recognised leading cause of mortality among people with type 2 diabetes. ... -
The effect of Brij 97 and carrageenan on the transdermal delivery of acyclovir
(North-West University, 2006)The skin, by weight, is the largest organ of the body. Human skin serves to provide several important functions that may be classified. in a general context, as protective, maintaining homeostasis and sensing. The outermost ... -
Effect of Brij 97 in the presence and absence of carrageenan on the transdermal delivery of 5-Fluorouracil
(North-West University, 2006)The skin is the largest and most easily accessible organ of the human body thus making it the ideal route for systemic drug delivery. The transdermal route of drug delivery offers several advantages compared to the ... -
Effect of continuous aerobic vs interval training on selected functional fitness parameters of adults with intellectual disability and Down syndrome
(2015)Most individuals with intellectual disability (ID), including those with Down syndrome (DS), are overweight or obese and live a sedentary lifestyle. Non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, high total ...