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Item Open Access A Conceptual Overview of Deviance and Its Implication to Mental Health: a Bio psychosocial Perspective(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, 2013-06-24) Nalah, Augustine Bala; Ishaya, Daniel LekuThis research paper is a conceptual overview of deviance and its implications to mental health and well-being. The study conceptualized and theorized deviance and mental health through the sociological, biological, and psychological dimensions. All theories agreed that deviant behaviour begins from childhood through old-age. This suggests a deviation from behaviour appropriate to the laws or norms and values of a particular society. This makes deviance to be relative, depending on the society and individual. Mental illness and Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder (PTSD) as the inflicted or labelled deviants are unable to cope. The behavioural aftermath of PTSD typically involves increased aggression and drug and alcohol abuse, which could lead to anxiety, depression, insomnia, plus memory and cognitive impairments or mental disorder. The paper recommends policymakers in collaboration with behavioural health specialists (Clinical psychologists), should focus on developing and implementing social learning preventive and reformative programmes through role playing, behaviour modification, social support system, and peer and group psychotherapy among others.Item Open Access A Conceptual Overview of Deviance and Its Implication to Mental Health: a Bio psychosocial Perspective(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State., 2013-12-01) Ishaya, Daniel Leku; Nalah, Augustine BalaThis research paper is a conceptual overview of deviance and its implications to mental health and well-being. The study conceptualized and theorized deviance and mental health through the sociological,biological, and psychological dimensions. All theories agreed that deviant behaviour begins from childhood through old-age. This suggests a deviation from behaviour appropriate to the laws or norms and values of a particular society. This makes deviance to be relative, depending on the society and individual. Mental illness and Post-Traumatic-Stress-Disorder (PTSD) as the inflicted or labelled deviants are unable to cope. The behavioral aftermath of PTSD typically involves increased aggression and drug and alcohol abuse, which could lead to anxiety, depression, insomnia, plus memory and cognitive impairments or mental disorder. The paper recommends policymakers in collaboration with behaviorism health specialists (Clinical psychologists), should focus on developing and implementing social learning preventive and reformative programmes through role playing, behaviour modification, social support system, and peer and group psychotherapy among others.Item Open Access DRUG CONTROL POLICY IN NIGERIA: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, 2016-04-14) Ishaya, Daniel Leku; Nalah, Augustine BalaThere is an ongoing American polity debate on the appropriate legal status for psychoactive drugs. Prohibition, decriminalization, and legalization positions are all premised on assumptions about the behavioral effects of drug laws. Rational-choice models of legal compliance suggest that criminalization reduces use through restricted drug availability, increased drug prices, and the deterrent effect of the risk of punishment. Research on these effects illustrate the need for a more realistic perspective that acknowledges the limitations of human rationality and the importance of moral reasoning and informal social control factors. There are at least 7 different mechanisms by which the law influences drug use, some of which are unintended and counterproductive. This framework is used to explore the potential behavioral effects of decriminalization and legalization, the development of drug control laws, issues on drug law and drug control policy in contemporary Nigeria, and the structure for the proposed National Commission for Narcotic Drug ControlItem Open Access Factors Mitigating Educational Stability of Students in Central Nigeria and the Way Forward(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University Keffi,, 2014-06-01) Ishaya, Daniel Leku; Nalah, Augustine BalaThe instability of educational system in central Nigeria has become a thing of concern for the sustainability of Nigeria education system. The entire system has been neglected to the terms of industrial actions, rioting and anti-social activities in campuses. This is due to the poor funding and implementation of progressive measures that will stimulate the environment The menace affects the University institution to the level of underdevelopment within the academic system. This study recommends both the government and private individuals to encourage the establishment of private institutions alongside support the funding, implementation and monitoring the disbursement of resources to the appropriate authorities in order to meet the challenges of modem education system within the central Nigeria and the country at large.Item Open Access Impact of Ethnic Conflict among Ethnic Groups in Nasarawa State Nigeria(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2022-06-06) Nalah, Augustine Bala; Ishaya, Daniel Leku; Samuel, Laraba B.The study examines the perception of people on ethnic conflict in Nasarawa State. The objectives of the study were based on the four hypotheses to include: there will be no significant difference between the socio-cultural influences of ethnic groups on ethnic conflict in Nasarawa State; there will be no significant differences between the influence of educational level on socio-political struggles and ethnic conflict in Nasarawa State; gender inequality in economic stability will have no significant influence on ethnic conflict among people living in Nasarawa State, and there will be no significant differences between religious influences on ethnic conflict in Nasarawa State. A survey research design was adopted, and 150 samples were randomly selected using a simple random sampling technique. A structured, designed questionnaire as an instrument was used to collect data and data was analysed through descriptive statistics to analyse mean and standard deviation, and t-test independent to test the hypotheses. The findings reveal that: (i) socio-cultural factors influence the ethnic groups (tribes) differently, resulting in ethnic conflict in Nasarawa State; (ii) the level of educational attainment does not determine the involvement in political struggle and ethnic conflict in Nasarawa State; (iii) gender inequality influences economic instability and contribute to ethnic conflict among youth in Nasarawa State; and (iv) religious differences is not the reasons for ethnic conflict in Nasarawa State. It was recommended that gender equality and gender role be prioritised in every societal, economic, and political affair. There should be no or little dichotomy in societal representation between the ethnic minorities and ethnic majority groups (tribes) living within the Northern, Southern, and Western Nasarawa state.Item Open Access The impact of gender discrimination and HIV stigma on women living in North Central Nigeria(Department of Psychology, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2021-05-05) Nalah, Augustine Bala; Azman, Azlinda; Paramjit, Singh Jabir SinghGender discrimination and HIV stigma among women living with HIV/AIDS are significant psychosocial and public health issues that influence health and wellbeing. Most adolescent girls exposed to early and forced marriages, sexual violence, and unwanted practices increase the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases like HIV and AIDS. The objective of this study is to explore the influence of psychosocial determinants of gender discrimination and HIV stigma on the health and well-being of women living with HIV/AIDS in North Central Nigeria. The study employs qualitative research using research protocol to interview participants and collect data with the approval of the National Health Research Ethics of the Ministry of Health. Forty participants, male and female aged 18 and above selected through purposive sampling technique from Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital (DASH) in Nasarawa State, North Central Nigeria. Data collected were analyzed through thematic analysis using ATLAS. ti8 software to code, transcribe, and present a graphical and words cloud frequency analysis. The findings indicate that forced marriage predominantly among the uneducated and low socioeconomic status is a socio-cultural practice that contributes to gender discrimination and HIV stigma. It leads to psychological problems like anxiety and depression in marriage. The study, therefore, concludes that communitybased behavioral intervention strategies should advocate gender equality and antidiscrimination law. Also, public awareness on sex education, forced marriage, skills acquisition, and social support system be encouraged.Item Open Access THE IMPACT OF RAPID URBAN GROWTH ON SOCIO- ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF LAFIA MUNICIPAL(Political Science Department, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, 2014-01-01) Ishaya, Danial L.; Nalah, Augustine BalaNasarawa State was created in 1996, having Lafia as its capital but till date it remains a city wit/* slow socio-economic development. The government has employed various development strategies with the aim of attaining a developed status but to no avail. This has been so probably because little or no attention has been given to urban growth as a crucial factor in development process. It is against this background that the need for this research study arose purposely to find out the effects of rapid urban growth on socio-economic development of Lafia Municipal. In order to achieve these goals, the research adopts survey design and questionnaire was used as an instrument for the collection of data. Analysis was done using simple percentages method of data analysis. After careful analysis and interpretation of the data collected, it was found that rapid urban growth has both negative and positive effects on socio-economic development of Lafia Municipal. The urban population growth was discovered to be positively related to the rate of urbanization due to rural - urban migration, which affects access to quality education, employment, health care delivery and healthy environment. The study suggests slowing down population growth and development of human resources as major components of sustainable socio-economic development.Item Open Access Nexus Between Departmental Leadership, Staff and Students' Academic Performance in Colleges of Education in the North Central, Nigeria.(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2022-06-02) Nalah, Augustine Bala; Ishaya, Daniel Leku; Audu, GodiyaAn Educational Institution like the College of Education is a dynamic and veritable instrument for academic achieving through departmental leadership style. Departmental leadership enhance staff performance and students' academic achievement. This study aims to establish a nexus between the departmental head leadership style of authoritative and democratic on staff performance and students' academic achievement in Colleges of Education in North Central Nigeria. The research study adopted a correlational survey research design from the population of 260 Heads of Departments (HODs) and 1425 lecturers from six states in North Central Nigeria, including Benue, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger and Plateau state. A sample size of428 lecturers in 77 departments representing 30% of the 1,425 lecturers in 260 departments was selected using a simple random sampling technique. The data collected were analyzed through mean and standard deviation, and the Statistical Package for Social Sciences tested the hypotheses using Chi-square. The study reveals the following findings; hypotheses 1 and 2 found X2 calculated values of 5.71 and 5.41 for staff and students, respective are less than the X2 tabulated value of 6.82 with df = 3 and 0.05 level of significance. It indicates no statistically significant relationship between departmental head authoritarian leadership and staff and students' academic achievement in state education colleges. Conversely, hypotheses 3 and 4 reveal X2 calculated values of 8.31 and 6.71 for staff and students, respectively, are greater than the X2 tabulated value of 6.82 with df = 3 and 0.05 level of significance. It established a statistically significant relationship between departmental head democratic leadership and staff performance and students' academic achievement. It is recommended that a training and development programme be given to department heads to combine more than one leadership style with meeting up with the current global leadership style that achieves results.Item Open Access PAIN MANAGEMENT, MENTAL HEALTH AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AMONG PATIENTS DIAGNOSE WITH CHRONIC PAIN IN NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA(Department of Psychology, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2014-01-01) Nalah, Augustine BalaThe study examined the relationship between acute and chronic pain on mental health and psychological well-being among diagnose patients in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Research samples of 350 participants drawn from three hospitals in Nasarawa State were used; 79 acute and 271 chronic patients were involved, their age range from 18 to 60 years. Simple random sampling technique was used to ensure equal representation. Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) and Mental Pain Assessment Card (MPAC) were used for the collection of data. Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) statistics was used at 0.05 significant level and analyzed thus: t.cal = 7.82; t.obs = 1.96; df =3; P<0.05; for pain and mental health, and t.cal = 4.02; t.obs = 0.195; df = 2; P<0.05 for pain and psychological well-being. The result showed that a statistical significant relationship exists between acute and chronic pain on mental health. A significant relationship exists between acute and chronic pain on psychological wellbeing of patients diagnosed in three selected hospitals in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Based on the findings, it was recommended that unresolved PTSD symptoms influence pain, depression and result to mental disorder. Therefore, hypnotherapy and gentle stretching exercises to focus on pain management and control will help the patients regain their mental and psychological fitness.Item Open Access Security of the Insecurity in Nigeria: Strategies, Approaches in Tackling the Worsening and Emerging Threats in the Society(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2022-09-09) Ishaya, Daniel Leku; Nalah, Augustine BalaThe insecurity in Nigeria has become cancer and national pandemic syndrome and a disaster for the security system in Nigerian society. The incident of insecurity that Nigeria has faced is an unprecedented and recurring phenomenon that threatens the life and peaceful coexistence of human society. Uncertainty due to insecurity is being open or exposed to danger, whereas danger is the condition of being vulnerable to harm or injury. Security is the extent of protection from danger, damage, loss and criminal disease. Human security and strategic security and insecurity theories have been adopted to explain the basic assumption, strategic principle and method of insecurity. The conceptual analysis of insecurity reaffirms the obligation to address security issues and fight against insecurity and criminal intrusion resulting from an actual or perceived lack of protection and insufficient security. Nigeria's histoty of insecurity dates back to civil war since the country returned to civilian rule in 1999. The security situation in Nigeria was quite worrying and worsening daily. The security of insecure challenges in Nigeria is frightening and requires an understanding of security techniques and new approaches to adequate national security, as well as the use of modern tactics to address the security challenge trends. The paper is germane because it explains the level of insecurity and sources of security threats and identifies the kinetic and non-kinetic tactics to curb insecurity in Nigeria as the tide of insecurity and threats to Nigeria's fife and property is alarming. In conclusion, the current insecurity in Nigeria is undesirable and pathetic. Therefore, the paper recommends that the security forces and the government employ more scientific techniques to combat insecurity and deploy new modem equipment and devices to enhance Nigerian security s operational capabilities to respond to security threats and challenges.Item Open Access SOCIALIZATION, PEER GROUP INFLUENCE, ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND DYNAMICS OF ERUDITE SCHOLARSHIP AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, 2020-06-20) Nalah, Augustine Bala; Ishaya, Daniel Leku; Shekwolo, Mark DavidThis study examines the peer group as a socialization agent for academic achievement with possibilities for erudite scholarship, among undergraduate students in Nasarawa State University, Kejfl, Nigeria. Two hypotheses were tested using Peer Group Influence Assessment Questionnaire (PGIAQ) to collect data on 150 samples; 75 male and 75 female having 52 living on-campus and 98 off-campus. Simple random sampling technique is used to ensure equal representation in the selection of the sample. The data were analyzed using independent t-test statistics at 0.05 level of significance and the analysis reveals: t- Cal=7.94; t-Obs.=-1.96; df=210; P<0.05 for Gender (male and female), and t-Cal=4.54; t-Obs.=-.63; df=97; P<0.05 for Residential Location (oncampus and off-campus). The result of the analysis reveals a statistically significant difference between the male and female perceived influence of peer group on academic achievement, the climax of which we capture as “erudite scholarship”. Also, a statistically significant difference was obtained on the perceived influence of peer group socialization on students1 academic achievement between the on-campus and off-campus students offering biology-related courses taught in the Department of Psychology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi. Rased on the findings, it is recommended that peer group activities should be monitored especially in the school environment and the off-campus extracurricular activities, in case of derailing, there should be a correctional measure to guide them right.Item Open Access Youth criminal behaviours and its psychosocial implications on the people living in Akwanga metropolis of Nasarawa State, Nigeria(Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, 2021-01-28) Nalah, Augustine Bala; Ishaya, Daniel LekuYouth criminality has been a significant public challenge issue causing insecurity in our society. This study examines youth criminal activities between male and female, and married and unmarried youth and its implications to social security. The sample comprises males and females aged 18 to 45 years living in Akwanga Local Government of Nasarawa State. Ninety-nine (99) sample selected through simple random sampling techniques using a questionnaire. The research study adopts the chi-square statistical analysis using SPSS software for the analysis of data collected. The research findings reveal prevalence in youth criminal activities among male than female youth. Also, there is a high rate of youth criminal activities among unmarried youth than the married youth in Akwanga metropolis. Therefore, it is recommended that the government organize youth programmes in schools, community meetings, religious setting, and social media. Also, patrol vehicles should be supply to security agencies to curtail youth criminality and insecurity in our society.