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    Corporal Punishment And The Rights Of The Child: A Case Study Of Some Public Schools In The Koforidua Municipality
    (University of Ghana, 2002) Theo-Thad, M.
    In recent years there has been tension between parents and teachers as a result of the use of the cane as a disciplinary tool in schools. The passage of some legislative instruments on the rights of the child has to a large extent contributed to the debate as to whether corporal punishment should be administered in schools or not. The legal position is that the child should be protected from all physical or mental violence, injury or maltreatment. Teachers also contend that without the cane, discipline in schools would be ineffective. The current study therefore examined the use of the cane in schools in the New Juaben Municipality and the extent to which it is used. The study relied on both primary and secondary materials. There was also personal observation and interaction with education authorities. It was found out that hundred percent (100%) of teachers favoured the use of the cane as a necessary disciplinary tool in schools. The indiscriminate use of the cane in the study area led me to conclude that teachers are unaware of children's rights under the laws of Ghana and are therefore constantly violating laws that forbid the physical infliction of pain or injury on children. It is necessary that special orientation on the fundamental rights of the child be put in place for teachers.
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    A Case Study of Medicine Preparation and Healing Procedure in Abora In Ghana /West-Africa
    (University of Ghana, 2001-09) Rahn-Steiner, A.; Vischer L.R.; Sackey B.; University of Ghana, College of Humanities, Institute of African Studies.
    A good deal of literature is available about the healing procedures of traditional herbalists in different areas of Ghana. However, little information can be found about this subject among the coastal Fante. This study attempts to record in detail the activities of two traditional herbalists living in this area. Another objective is to find out whether, and in what situations, fishermen go to a traditional herbalist. The research was carried out through participant observation and interviews in the compounds of two herbalists. The analysis of the data gathered yielded the following major findings. First, herbal and healing knowledge is not simply acquired, but it is handed down from or spiritually acquired by the ancestors. Second, through intense dialogues, the patients are perceived holistically by the healer and a basis of trust is thus created, which is decisive for the diagnosis and treatment of the illnesses. Third, within the three weeks of observation, the status of disease had improved in five of the nine cases of the inpatients, three patients had even totally recovered. Forth, the fishermen, who made up one third of the woman-healer’s clientele, consulted her nearly exclusively for supply with catch-increasing decoction to be sprayed into their nets as well as with charms against witchcraft and bad spirits.
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    From the Point of Sales: Purchase-Related Barriers to Condom Use
    (University of Ghana, 2002-09) Tuley, D.L.; Ampofo, A.A.; University of Ghana, College of Humanities, Institute of African Studies
    Consistent condom use is one of the best ways of stopping the spread of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) throughout Ghana. Unfortunately, barriers exist that keep people from using condoms during sex. These barriers range from cultural and religious barriers to barriers resulting from the undesired or lack of sensation condoms provide. This study looks at perceived barriers to condom use in general, but then takes a closer look at those barriers related to condom purchase. These include ease of purchase, brand availability, product display, and condom cost. One hundred sexually active Ghanaians were surveyed about their perceived barriers and condom buying habits. Six different condom retail shops in Accra were also interviewed and observed for insight as to why Ghanaians may not use a condom simply because they are uneasy about buying them. The findings showed that while retail shop owners are hesitant to provide self-service condoms due to theft risks, Ghanaians would be more likely to use condoms if they were sold out in the open and not behind a counter.