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A 4-day test weighing study to assess volume and variations in fat and energy content of breast milk
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)Background: Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first six months of life. Breast milk intake and composition not only vary between populations and individuals, but also within feeds, within days and between ... -
5-Hydroxy-1-tetralone analogues as dual A1/A2A receptor antagonists for the potential treatment of neurological conditions
(North-West University, 2018)Parkinson's disease (PD), a classic movement disorder, is the second most common neurological condition after Alzheimer's disease, with higher incidence and prevalence in advanced age — consequently, PD patients' quality ... -
5-Hydroxy-1-tetralone analogues as dual A1/A2A receptor antagonists for the potential treatment of neurological conditions
(North-West University (South Africa), Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)Parkinson’s disease (PD), a classic movement disorder, is the second most common neurological condition after Alzheimer’s disease, with higher incidence and prevalence in advanced age — consequently, PD patients’ quality ... -
Aanmeldingsriglyne vir adolessente wat aan seksuele misbruik blootgestel word
(North-West University, 2009)South African adolescents are at high risk of becoming victims of sexual abuse. However, research and experience by practising social workers show that adolescents are reluctant to report sexual abuse immediately. This ... -
Die aard van coping : 'n konstrukverheldering en modeltoetsing
(Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education, 1997)Coping is an important construct in the salutogenic paradigm. There is, however, no consensus among scientists as to what coping exactly entails. The goal of this study was to clarify 'coping' as construct and phenomenon, ... -
Absenteeism amongst nursing students in a Limpopo college of nursing
(2014)Globally, student absenteeism is seen as a period of time when students do not attend classes. This is a serious concern for lecturers at institutions of higher learning (Lipscomb & Snelling, 2010:573). In South Africa, ... -
Academia's perceptions regarding community engagement activities and perceived roles of different actors within the Wellbeing I Nn ovation (WIN) Platform
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2021)The Higher Education Quality Committee resents the concept of community engagement as an initiative and process through which the expertise of the institution in the areas of teaching and research are applied to address ... -
Academic achievement in early adolescent rugby players with multiple concussions : a retrospective analysis
(North-West University, 2012)Rugby is a popular sport in South Africa, and has been played by young boys from as early as seven years old (South African Rugby Union [SARU], 2011). Despite various physical health benefits, it carries a high risk for ... -
Academic stress and coping strategies among North-West University post-graduate students
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2023)Problem: Attending University and embarking on an academic career can be both exciting and stressful at the same time. As a response to stressful situations, and to deal with stress, students often find themselves in ... -
Academic support for enrolled nursing auxiliaries following the adoption of the National Qualifications Framework
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2018)Background: The study focused on the changes of nursing education in South Africa, which was aligned to the international standards post 1994. The results were that nursing education and training would then be incorporated ... -
Acculturation and psychological adaptation of South African immigrants in England : a self-regulation perspective
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2021)This study was motivated by the increasing number of South African immigrants to countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, United States of America, and Canada having to deal with the daily challenges of this complicated ... -
Acute effects of three recovery techniques on certain physical, motor performance and haematological components in university-level rugby players
(2015)Rugby has become a popular team sport worldwide with players training harder and competing more frequently, placing a great physiological demand on their bodies. To retain this performance level, players need to recover ... -
Adenosine A1/A2A receptor antagonistic properties of selected 2-substituted benzoxazinone and quinazolinone derivatives
(North-West University (South Africa), Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)The A1 and A2A adenosine receptor antagonists are the subject of extensive research based on their aptitude for ameliorating Parkinson’s disease related cognitive deficits (A1 adenosine receptor subtype) and motor dysfunction ... -
Adherence to post-operative pain medication after discharge following day case orthopaedic surgery at a South African private hospital
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2019)Background: Adherence to post-operative pain medication remains a concern as low adherence rates result in suboptimal clinical outcomes, and burdens the global healthcare environment. The primary treatment goals of medications ... -
Adolescent offenders’ experiences of father involvement in a South African
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2023)The literature reviewed for the purpose of this study suggests the potential role of father absence in adolescent offender behaviour and incarceration. Nevertheless, the research focus on this subject matter has predominantly ... -
Adopting a medium-impact blended learning design to address teaching- and learning-related challenges in large-group interprofessional teaching
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2021)The continuous changing health care and higher education landscape create unprecedented challenges in preparing health professionals. One such a challenge is fostering student engagement and interprofessional collaborative ... -
Adult attachment theory and Rorschach Inkblot method: a systematic literature review
(North-West University, 2018)This study systematically reviewed the association between the Rorschach Inkblot Method and attachment theory, to investigate whether empirical findings have found if responses from the Rorschach Inkblot Method can provide ... -
Adult consumers' understanding and use of information on food labels : a study among consumers living in the Potchefstroom and Klerksdorp region
(North-West University, 2010)A need exists to assist South Africans to make better informed food choices. The food label has the potential to assist consumers during food purchasing; however, consumers should be able to understand and use the information ... -
Adventure based experiential learning and adolescents' self-reported levels of resilience and positive mental health
(2015)The aim of this study was to determine to what extent resilience and positive mental health are promoted in adolescents within a South African context through participation in an adventure based experiential learning ... -
Adventure based experiential learning and adolescents' self-reported levels of self-regulation and positive mental health
(2016)The aim of this study was to determine self-reported levels of self-regulation and positive mental health within a group of adolescents before and after participation in an adventure based programme. It also intended to ...
