DIPLOMA OF COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY

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    THE EFFECTS OF DRUG AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE ON EMPLOYEES’ JOB PERFORMANCE AT THE WORK PLACES A CASE STUDY OF KENYA RIFLE KENYA ARMY
    (Management University of Africa, 2022-01) FREDRIC BARASA OUMA
    This study sought to determine if drug and substance abuse affects job performance with reference to the Kenya Rifle Kenya Army. The specific objectives aimed at assessing the effect of drug and substance abuse on workplace behavior change, the level of productivity on employees at the Kenya Rifle Kenya Army. The theories of social cognitive and reinforcement were applied in this study. The study population was 106 Kenya Rifle Kenya Army employees that were selected through the application of snowball sampling method. The selection of the basic informants like heads of departments and managers was enhanced through purposive sampling method. The primary data was collected by use of questionnaires. The use of SPSS version 22 was applied in the descriptive data analysis. The research findings revealed that, drug and substance abuse affects the performance of employees in negative manner. The study concludes that, drug and substance abuse results to high employee absenteeism and decreases the level of employee productivity at the Rifle Kenya Army. The researcher recommends that, there is a need for the management of the Rifle Kenya Army to formulate an effective policy on drug and substance abuse. The organizational management should also consider the implementation of various training and workshop seminars on drug and substance abuse to help it employees to be aware of the negative effect associated with drug and substance abuse and also find measures on how best to help the already affected employees to recover.
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    EFFECT OF STIGMA ON ADHERENCE TO MEDICAL ADVICE AMONG MENTAL HEALTH PATIENTS: A CASE STUDY OF KAJIADO REFERRAL HOSPITAL IN KAJIADO COUNTY, KENYA
    (Management University of Africa, 2025-11) VELLARY KWAMBOKA SAGWE
    This study investigates the effect of stigma on adherence to medical advice among mental health patients at Kajiado Referral Hospital in Kajiado County, Kenya. The main objective was to examine how stigma influences patients’ adherence to prescribed treatment plans. Specifically, the study assessed the effects of perceived public stigma, self-stigma, family stigma and fear of labeling on adherence to medical advice. Findings are expected to inform interventions, policies and strategies to improve mental health outcomes in Kenya. A descriptive research design was employed, targeting 273 adult mental health patients aged 18 years and above diagnosed with common mental disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Using simple random sampling, 30% of the population was selected, yielding 82 respondents to ensure equal representation. Data were collected via structured questionnaires on a 5-point Likert scale, measuring perceived public stigma, self-stigma, family stigma, fear of labeling and adherence to medical advice. A pilot study involving 10% of the sample ensured reliability and validity of the instrument. Authorization was obtained from the Management University of Africa and Kajiado Referral Hospital, with trained research assistants facilitating administration and collection of questionnaires. Data were coded and analyzed using descriptive statistics in Microsoft Excel, including frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviations and presented through tables, bar graphs and pie charts. Ethical considerations, including informed consent, voluntary participation, confidentiality, privacy and anonymity, were strictly observed. The study achieved a 92.7% response rate, with 76 respondents participating. Findings revealed high levels of perceived public stigma, with 53 respondents feeling judged by the community and 51 experiencing social avoidance. Self-stigma was significant, with 52 reporting lowered self-esteem and 51 engaging in self-isolation. Family stigma was noted, as 44 respondents experienced secrecy and emotional neglect, while fear of labeling affected 52 respondents who avoided disclosing their condition. Despite these barriers, 56 respondents adhered consistently to prescriptions, dosage instructions and appointments. The study concluded that perceived public stigma, self-stigma, family stigma and fear of labeling negatively influence adherence to medical advice, creating psychological and social barriers to effective treatment. Recommendations include implementing community awareness campaigns, sensitizing families, providing counseling to address self-stigma, establishing supportive and confidential healthcare environments and developing peer support networks. These interventions aim to reduce stigma, improve treatment adherence and enhance mental health outcomes among patients in Kenya.