Community perceptions on former drug addicts. A Case study of Empumalanga high density suburb in Hwange district
- Author
- Dzama, D. Andy.
- Title
- Community perceptions on former drug addicts. A Case study of Empumalanga high density suburb in Hwange district
- Abstract
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The study explores the community perceptions on former drug addicts with a special focus on Mpumalanga high density- suburb in Hwange, Zimbabwe. This qualitative study was informed by the theory of stigma by Elving Goshman (1963). in order to gather data, the study engaged qualitative research methods such as in-depth interviews and focus groups. A sample of forty participants were purposively sampled was used. The study found out that some members of the community showed empathy, compassion, and support for people going through recovery, while others showed stigmatizing attitudes and a reluctance to interact or put their trust in former drug addicts. The study show critical it is to close information gaps, confront stigmatizing beliefs, and remove obstacles to reintegration. The study concludes that people in recovery can live in more compassionate and welcoming communities by putting targeted education campaigns into action, spreading uplifting stories, and improving support networks. The study recommends that to guarantee successful interventions and long-lasting change, cooperation between legislators, medical professionals, community organizations, and other stakeholders is necessary for these initiatives
- Date
- June 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
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Former drug addicts,
- Empumalanga high density,
- Religious beliefs,
- Supervisor
- Mr. Njovu,
- Item sets
- Department of Social Work
- Media
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B1954201