February 2014

Intergroup bias among Addis Ababa University students

The purpose of this study was to explore intergroup bias among students in Addis Ababa University Main Campus. Data were collected through unobtrusive measures. Graffiti ascribed by students  in toilet rooms, library “tension box” desks, reading tables, building walls and  books  were collected, categorized into themes and narrated qualitatively. Religion based bias was reflected through the...

Author(s): Missaye Mulatie

February 2014

Study on factors leading to re-hospitalization and the care provided

People with mental illnesses are marginalized and socially excluded from many aspects of community life. Mentally ill patients and their family members/caregivers often face significant barriers when dealing with their illnesses. The goal of this study was to identify the factors affecting re-hospitalization and types of care given by the families. The sample includes selected psychiatric patients (Male-10,...

Author(s): Chulani Herath