Clinical Health Psychology Research Papers/Topics

Factors contributing to antimalarial drug resistance in Rachuonyo district, Kenya.

Abstract/Overview Drug resistance has been identified as one of the factors that lead to severe malaria and high mortality as observed in malaria endemic areas. The main objective of this study was to establish the factors that contribute to essential drug resistance in the treatment of malaria in Rachuonyo District, Kenya. Qualitative and quantitative data were collected among 380 respondents including health care providers, people seeking malaria treatment and Community Own Resource (CORPs...

Family Issues on Effectiveness of Substance Abuse Preventive Measures among Secondary Schools in Kakamega County, Kenya

Abstract The rising prevalence of youth involvement in substance abuse is a global issue that requires immediate attention.The critical need everywhere in the 21 century world is to prepare students to lead healthy lives by providing them with relevant educational programmes inclusive of family matters. The study examined influence of family issues on effectiveness of substance abuse preventive measures among secondary school students in Kakamega County through mixed design. The target popul...

When Sleeps Takes Over: Exploring Narcolepsy As A Root Cause Of Excessive Day Time Sleepiness

Abstract Narcolepsy is a complex sleep disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks. It’s caused by a deficiency in a neurotransmitter called hypocretin, which regulates wakefulness. Narcolepsy also includes symptoms like cataplexy, sleep paralysis, and hallucinations. The root cause is the loss or dysfunction of hypocretin-producing neurons in the brain. Despite being misunderstood, recognizing the symptoms of excessive daytime sleepiness is crucial for identi...