» ABSTRACT This study investigated the relationship between self esteem and locus of control among well functioning Adolescents. A total of 100 Adolescents (55 males and 45 females) selected from senior secondary school were used. The participants were within the age range of 15 19 years with a mean a…Continue Reading »
» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY It is the desire of every society to achieve a sustainable level of economic development. This could be possible through embarking on entrepreneurial activities by the citizens of society. This is because the public sector can not single handedly dri…Continue Reading »
» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Conduct disorder is a serious behavioural and emotional disorder that can occur in adolescents which triggers them to exhibit delinquent behaviours.Adolescents with this illness may exhibit a pattern of disruptive and aggressive…Continue Reading »
» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the study The child's earliest experiences are acquired at home, which is the primary and main institution of learning. The kind of experience acquired here acts as a foundation and a strong foundation upon which other socialization agencies outside the f…Continue Reading »
» INCIDENCE OF DRUG ABUSE AMONG SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOL ADOLESCENTS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study Nigeria is currently batting with the issue of drug trafficking, which has not only reared its ugly head in our society but also which developed into a worldwide crisis. J…Continue Reading »
» INFLUENCE OF FAMILY –TYPE AND JUVENILE DELINQUENCY ON ADOLESCENT’S INVOLVEMENT IN PREMARITAL SEX CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY Premarital sex is sexual intercourse engaged in by persons who are not married to each other. It is generally used in reference to individuals…Continue Reading »
» INFLUENCE OF PEER GROUP PRESSURE ON ADOLESCENTS SMOKING HABITS CHAPTER ONE 1.0. Introduction This research work aims at critically examine influence of peer pressure on adolescents smoking habits in some selected schools in Lagos state, Nigeria. In young people, youth peer pressure is one of the m…Continue Reading »
» THE EFFECT OF TEENAGE PREGNANCIES ON THE ACADEMIC PROGRESSION OF FEMALE STUDENTS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Education is central to the development of young people as it prepares them for the world of work and life. As young people spend longer periods in education, as part…Continue Reading »
» THE INFLUENCE OF FATHERING STYLE ON SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT AMONG ADOLESCENTS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Early pregnancy is a situation whereby a girl child is impregnated as a result of premarital sexual activity. Many girls these days are in the habit of being involved in premarital sexual acts due t…Continue Reading »
» THE INFLUENCE OF PARENTAL VALUE SYSTEM ON SUCCESS ORIENTATION AMONG ADOLESCENTS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study The child’s parents are the greatest influence on his/her development in two indisputable ways. Firstly, parents provide the child with his/her biological heritage. …Continue Reading »
