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The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia
Dissertaion (MSW (Play-Based Interventions))--University of Pretoria, 2026.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/108519 The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia Jordaan, Leanne u19141344@tuks.co.za Amakali, Evelina Naitumwa Shiwoomwenyo UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Black caregivers Child therapy Khomas region Mental health Social worker Dissertaion (MSW (Play-Based Interventions))--University of Pretoria, 2026. This qualitative study explored the perspectives of Black caregivers on child therapy in the Khomas region of Namibia, an area where mental health services for children remain underdeveloped and underutilised. Using semi-structured interviews with seven purposefully selected caregivers, the research examined levels of understanding, access barriers, and the influence of cultural and religious values on attitudes toward therapeutic interventions. Findings revealed a limited understanding of child therapy among participants, many of whom conflated it with informal counselling or behavioural correction rather than recognising it as a structured clinical process. Access barriers included a lack of awareness of available services, and religious beliefs strongly shaped attitudes. Therapy was often viewed as foreign to African family structures, potentially undermining parental authority or inviting stigma. Traditional and spiritual remedies, consulting elders and pastors were commonly preferred, although younger caregivers showed greater openness to modern approaches. Framed within Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory and social constructivism, the study illustrates how micro-level family dynamics, meso-level institutional gaps, and macro-level cultural norms intersect to influence caregivers’ reluctance toward therapy. Despite these barriers, participants recognised therapy’s potential value when delivered by trusted professionals who are culturally sensitive. iv The research highlights the urgent need for culturally congruent interventions, expanded training for child therapists, and community-driven awareness initiatives that complement traditional support systems. Addressing these gaps can enhance acceptance of child therapy and ensure more Namibian children receive timely emotional and psychological support in line with the Child Care and Protection Act of 2015. Social Work and Criminology MSW (Play-Based Interventions) Unrestricted Faculty of Humanities SDG-03: Good health and well-being SDG-04: Quality education SDG-10: Reduced inequalities 2026-02-20T10:00:41Z 2026-02-20T10:00:41Z 2026-04-29 2026-02-19 Mini Dissertation * A2026 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/108519 https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.31354108 en © 2024 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Black caregivers Child therapy Khomas region Mental health Social worker The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia |
| title | The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia |
| title_full | The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia |
| title_fullStr | The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia |
| title_short | The Perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in Khomas, Namibia |
| title_sort | perspectives of black caregivers on child therapy in khomas namibia |
| topic | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Black caregivers Child therapy Khomas region Mental health Social worker |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/108519 https://doi.org/10.25403/UPresearchdata.31354108 |