DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK
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Item Mental health implications of lockdown during coronavirus pandemic among adults resident in Ibadan, Nigeria(National Association of Social Workers, 2020) Afolabi, A.The study examined the mental health implications of lockdown during coronavirus pandemic among adult residents in Ibadan, Nigeria. Descriptive survey research method was adopted for the study. The study made use of questionnaire adapted from the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) and GHQ-28. One hundred and thirty-two respondents filled the validated questionnaire with a reliability co-efficient of 82 at 0.05 level of significance. Three research questions and one hypothesis were formulated for the study. Findings revealed that there is a high level of effect of lockdown during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the anxiety level among adults resident in Ibadan. On the whole, sleeplessness is perceived as the dominant of two variables and is significantly positively correlated with depression and anxiety with the least coefficient (r= 0.434**) is also significant and positively correlated with depression among adult residents in Ibadan. Based on these findings, the government at all levels (Local, State and Federal) should provide adequate palliative measures for their citizens bearing in mind that with the lockdown, individuals would not have adequate income. The Social Workers should also organize virtual meetings and trainings to educate these adults on coping mechanisms during this lockdown periodItem Gender Disparity and Occupational Roles in the Banking Sector: Social Work Opinion on Workforce Inequality(2023) Afolabi, A.; Ajala, E. M.The connection between gender inequality and job roles among bank employees illustrates the complicated factors that sustain workplace disparities. This research investigated how gender- based imbalances appear in the banking industry, frequently leading to uneven representation, salary disparities, and fewer advancement opportunities for women. By delving into aspects like hiring practices, promotion criteria, work-life balance, and organizational culture, the study uncovers the primary obstacles that maintain gender-based occupational segregation. The results indicate that conventional gender expectations, hidden biases, and the absence of supportive workplace policies play significant roles in reinforcing this gap. Recommendations for reducing gender inequality among bank employees include implementing fair hiring and promotion practices, encouraging mentorship programmes, and advocating for workplace flexibility. Prioritizing the cultivation of an inclusive culture and addressing systemic barriers are essential for diminishing gender disparities and fostering a more diverse and fairer banking sector. This summary sheds light on the hurdles women encounter in the banking sector and offers approaches to foster greater gender balance and inclusion in the industry.Item Effects of bullying on the psychological and mental wellbeing of adolescents in selected secondary schools in Ibadan, Nigeria.(2023) Afolabi, A.; Animashaun, O. F.Bullying is a complex and stressful experience that significantly impacts the psychological and mental well-being of adolescents. While its effects were often overlooked, recent attention from researchers, mental health professionals, social workers, and policymakers has focused on understanding how bullying influences adolescent mental health. This study used a descriptive survey design with a correlation approach to examine the impact of bullying on the psychological and mental well-being of adolescents. A sample of 280 students from tour secondary schools in Ibadan Metropolis (two public, two private) was selected using simple random sampling. Data collection utilized a mix of standardized and self-developed 'Instruments, focusing on bullying experiences and both short- and long-term psychological effects. Statistical analysis, including frequency counts and percentages for demographic data, and Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) for testing hypotheses at a 0.05 alpha level, was employed. The study revealed that all six short-term psychological variables—anxiety and fear (r = .114), anger and rage (r = .377), humiliation and shame (r = .308), sadness and loneliness (r = .499), self-harm/harm to others (r = .159), and school avoidance/absenteeism (r = .184)—showed significant correlations with bullying. Long-term effects such as erosion of self-esteem and confidence (r= .368). Post-traumatic stress disorder (r = .716), anxiety and depression (r= .278), self- destruction (r = .420), schizophrenia (r = .270), substance abuse (r = .255), and agoraphobia (r - .299) also had significant relationships with bullying among victims in these schools. The findings indicate a significant correlation between bullying and the mental well-being of adolescents, with r(298) = .372, p < 0.05. Additionally, psychological effects (r = .290, p < 0.05) were significantly related to mental well-being. The study concludes that bullying has both short-term and long-term adverse effects on the psychological and mental well-being of adolescents in selected secondary schools in Ibadan. It suggests that parents, teachers, school administrators, counselors, and social workers should be vigilant in identifying these effects to mitigate their impact on the mental health of adolescents.Item Faith as a correlate of social work treatment success among women with infertility in public hospitals in Ibadan(2024) Afolabi, A.; Sunday, B.In recent times, there has been an increase acceptance of treatment of infertility’s comprehensive nature. The study examined how faith correlates with the success of social work interventions among infertile women in public hospitals in Ibadan. Utilizing a mixed-method approach. Data was gathered from 150 participants through structured surveys and interviews. Analysis of the data showed a significant association between faith and social work interventions (r2~0.62l; n=IOO; P<01), highlighting the pivotal rote of faith in improving treatment outcomes. Furthermore, the study identified that faith has a substantial impact on social work intervention treatment outcomes (F (99) =3.697; P<01. Recommendations stemming from the study encompass integrating faith into social work practices, raising awareness among social work professionals regarding the efficacy of faith-based approaches, and advocating for further research into the impact of faith on treatment outcomes.Item Influence of discriminating factors of mental illness on the social wellbeing of patients in contemporary Nigerian society(2023-06) Afolabi, A.; Bakare, M. A.Discrimination against individuals with mental illnesses is widespread and can have severe consequences for their recovery and well-being. In order to effectively address this issue, it is important to recognize, anticipate, and safeguard the rights of patients. A study was conducted in Ibadan to examine the social well-being of relatives of mentally ill patients and identify the distinguishing characteristics of mental illness. The research employed a descriptive methodology and utilized a simple random sampling technique, selecting 156 participants who completed a self-developed questionnaire. The collected data was analyzed using the Pearson Moment Correlation Coefficient. The findings revealed several significant relationships: knowledge was positively correlated with the social well-being of relatives (r = .182, n = 146, p < .05); attitude was also positively correlated (r = .0521, n = 146, p > .05); and behaviour showed a significant correlation as well. Based on these findings, it is recommended to enhance mental health literacy, as it can greatly benefit individuals and the overall population. Social workers should organize public awareness campaigns to educate the general public about the stigma associated with mental illness. Additionally, the government should prioritize mental health in budget allocations and allocate sufficient funding to support this areaItem Support group system and psycho-social well-being of people living with HIV in selected anti-retroviral clinics in Oyo State, Nigeria(2022-01) Fatoye, H. A.; Afolabi, A.This study examined the effect of support group System on the psycho-social well-being of PLHW in selected anti- retroviral clinics in Oyo state. The study adopted the survey design. A total number of 321 PLWH attending six selected ART clinics in Oyo State, Nigeria and actively participating support group meetings consistently for the past three months prior to the study were purposively selected for the study. Support Group System on Psycho-social Well- being Questionnaire (r=0.) was used for data collection. Four (4) hypotheses were tested at p<05. Data collected were analyzed at univariate and bivariate levels using SPSS Version 25. The study established that female respondents (x = 61.76) living with HIV has the better level of group support compared to male (x = 56.78) (Crit-t = 1.96, Cal.t = 2.216, DF = 319, p(0.027)<0.05 level of significance). For psychosocial well-being of PLWHA, the result shows that there was a significant relationship between group support and emotional wellbeing (r=.409), physical wellbeing (r=.266), and social wellbeing (r=.263), respectively. Based on the findings, it is recommended that that group support is necessary for the psychosocial well-being of PLWHA, through the provision of efficient and functional support groups in all ART clinics for people living with HIV/AIDS. There should also be adequate social Services and relevant health policies to better the lives of PWHA.Item Home support variables affecting the well-being of children with cerebral palsv in selected children’s homes in Oyo state, Nigeria(2022-06) Mojoyinola, J. K.; Afolabi, A.; Adeoti, A. B.The study investigated how some home support variables (home companionship support. home financial support and home physical exercise) affect the vvell-being of children with cerebral palsy in selected children's homes in Oyo State. Nigeria. The descriptive survey research designs of correlational and ex-post-facto types were employed for the study. The purposive sampling technique was used to select 153 participants for the study. They comprised 61 male and 92 female children with cerebral palsy whose ages range from 5 to 20 years and above. Four hypotheses were tested in the study at a 0.05 level of significance, using Multiple regression and Pearson Product Moment Correlation. There was a significant relationship between each of the home support variables and well-being of children with cerebral palsy in selected children's homes in Oyo State as follow: home companionship support and well-being (r = .575, N 153, p< .05), home financial support and well- being (r = .672, N = 153, p< .05) and home physical exercise and well-being (r= .359, N = 153, p< .05). There was a joint significant effect of home support variables (home companionship support, home financial support and home physical exercise) on the well-being of children with cerebral palsy in selected children's homes in Oyo State (R = .673, R: = .452, Adjusted R2 = .441. Standard error of estimate = 6.870. F(3/l 49) = 41.021, P<.05). The study also revealed significant relative effects of each of the home support variables on well-being of children with cerebral palsy in selected children's homes in Oyo State as follow: home financial support (P= 0.432. t = 9.825. p<.05), home companionship support (P = 0.140. t = 5.439. p<.05. and home physical exercise (P = 0.168, t = 4.352, p<.05). Based on the above findings some useful recommendations were made in the study which would go a long way in helping parents, homes, schools and other caregivers meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and other children alike.Item Rehabilitation and re-integration of women with post obstetric fistula repairs in Nigeria(Department of Pure and Applied Psychology, 2022) Afolabi, A.Global concern exits far a holistic attention on women with Vesico-Vaginal Fistula (VVF) in lite area of rehabilitation and re-integration. This paper focused on the rehabilitation and re-integration of women with post-obstetric fistula in Nigeria. The economic and psychosocial effects of this medical condition cannot be over-emphasized. Amongst the factors accountable for its high incidence in Nigeria is traditional/cultural practices of early marriage/childbearing while the consequences include divorce, social isolation, worsening poverty, malnutrition, sexual dysfunction, mental illness (including anxiety/depression), insomnia, general ill health, and thoughts of worthlessness and suicide. To put an end to this avoidable public health pandemic; there is need for holistic consolidation of structures and safety nets for post-obstetric patients. Government should intensify policies enacted to safe-guard the girl child and woman from traditionally harmful activities. There should be engagement of social worker in the rehabilitation and re-integration of women with post-obstetric fistulaItem A hospital-based study of stigmatisation and well-being of relative of mentallv-ill in Ogun State, Nigeria(Faculty of Education University of Ibadan. Ibadan, Nigeria, 2022) Afolabi, A.The study was a hospital-based one that investigated stigmatisation and well-being of relatives of the mentally-ill in Ogun State It adopted a correlational research design to study 252 relative of mentally-ill-using purposive sampling technique. Self-administered, structured questionnaire and in-depth interview, guides served as instrument for data collection respectively. The data obtained were analysed at univariate and bivariate levels with the aid of statistical package for social science. The findings revealed a weak negative correlation [r(250)=-083,p>0.05] between stigmatisation and self-acceptance among relatives of mentally-ill. A weak negative correlation was also found [r(250)= -167, p<0.05] to exist between stigmatisation and personal growth level of relatives of mentally-ill. Moreover, a weak positive correlation but not significant was found [r(250)=081,p>0.05] between burden of care and care of mentally-ill. However, the contrast was the case with the qualitative finding, it was concluded that stigmatisation has many negative consequences on persons having mental illness including their relatives` well-being in terms of self-acceptance, personal growth and burden of care of mentally-illItem The role of social work in mental health and academic performance of students.(Department of Sociology Faculty of Social Sciences Kogi State University, Anyigba, 2022-08) Afolabi, A.Social workers have an important role in the field of mental health, and social work programs have a responsibility to prepare students for practice in the field. However, it seems that various societies, groups and individuals have questioned the role of social workers in mental health. An increasing number of students entering university are identifying themselves as having mental health issues and those with higher levels of cumulative trauma tend to have more difficulty adjusting personally and emotionally to the transition, and abuse is linked to an increased probability of dropping out of collegeas well as to increased rates of depression and suicide. This paper examines the role of social workers in mental health and academic performance of students. Social workers have a key role in helping community participation and engagement, alongside other primary healthcare workers in delivering mental health support. It is recommended that activities such as case scenarios and role plays be used to prepare the student first, and that students be given the opportunity to practice these skills in actual practice settings as well. School authorities should not wait or watch till a student academic performance degrade totally before he or she is handed to a social worker with mental health experience. Periodic sessions should be organized by school authorities to gauge student mental stability from time to time to avoid any epidemic of mental breakdown which in tum affects their academic performance.
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