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2024-03-29T04:44:30ZCorrelation Between the Degree of Alignment and Opto-Piezoelectric Properties of Cellulose Nanocrystals Fabricated From Water Hyacynth
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Correlation Between the Degree of Alignment and Opto-Piezoelectric Properties of Cellulose Nanocrystals Fabricated From Water Hyacynth
Adem, Jack Abibo
Cellulose nanomaterials have recently continued to attract higher attention in the current research output, due to their extremely excellent mechanical, optical as well as electrical properties. Their sustainability coupled with good structural and morphological properties have made them become a great resource in the construction of both active and passive components in the electronics sector. Interestingly, water hyacinth, a serious environmental threat in Lake Victoria and other water bodies globally, is a rich source of this novel material. This research study has been dedicated to find out the correlation between the degree of alignment and the piezoelectric effect of cellulose nanocrystals fabricated from water hyacinth. The CNCs were synthesized by a rigorous acid hydrolysis using varied acids, concentration, temperature and time and the effects of these parameters on the opto-structural properties of the resultant films investigated using UV Visspectrophotometer, fluorescence spectrophotometer and XRD technique.Further, the Urbach energies have been calculated and found to increase while the optical band gap energies found to decrease with increase in hydrolysis temperature. From a plot of Eg verses Eu, the optical band gap energy of the CNCs when there was no disorder in their microstructure was found to be ~5.43 eV. Further, it has been shown that the Urbach energy is absent when hydrolysis process is done at 14.23oC. Additionally, the piezoelectric effect of the electric field assisted convective
shear assembled CNCs has been systematically studied and the effect of the applied voltage and the frequency mapped. The sensitivity of fabricated sensors was measured using the fabricated measurement setup. From the study, a high degree of CNC orientation in the films has been found to be a key characteristic for the piezoelectric response. The amount of applied voltage and the frequency have been found to increase the degree of the orientation/alignment of the CNCs within the films hence leading to enhanced piezoelectric response. This is because the orientation of crystalline CNC regions inside the films led to a remarkable increase of piezoelectric effect as a result of the large piezoelectric coefficient of the CNCs. From the study, it was clear that functional piezoelectric sensors can be fabricated from CNF films and thus, the results obtained suggests that CNC films are suitable sensor materials for applications in different fields including electronics, biomedical diagnostics and material sciences.
2023-01-01T00:00:00ZDeterminants of Diarrheal Cases among Children under five Years in Households using Domestic Water in Kangemi, Nairobi County, Kenya
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Determinants of Diarrheal Cases among Children under five Years in Households using Domestic Water in Kangemi, Nairobi County, Kenya
Onyango, Isabella Sophia
Gastrointestinal illnesses known as diarrheal diseases cause loose, watery stools to flow more than three times each day. Inadequate sanitation and hygiene, tainted drinking water, and other factors contribute to the estimated 4 billion cases of diarrhea that occur annually around the world. The situation is even worse in Kenya, where youngsters in Nairobi's slums are exposed to unhygienic conditions. The main goal of this study was to identify the factors that contribute to diarrheal cases in children under the age of five in Kangemi, Nairobi County. The specific goals of this study were to investigate the economic, demographic, and awareness factors of diarrheal illnesses in children under the age of five in Kangemi homes using domestic water. What factors affected the management of domestic water in Kangemi, Nairobi County, for incidences of diarrhoea in children under five years old? This study employed a cross-sectional descriptive study design that included quantitative and qualitative research techniques.The study's target population included 381 parents of children aged 0 to 59 who resided in Kangemi. 195 respondents made up the sample size determined by Yamane (1967).In the quantitative research, 185 respondents were found using proportionate stratified random selection, whilst 10 respondents were chosen using purposive sampling strategies in the qualitative research. To evaluate the validity and reliability of the data gathering instruments, a pre-test was conducted in the Kawangware informal settlement. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used in the analysis of the data using the SPSS computer 55.3% of respondents strongly agreed that low income was a contributing factor in poor access to medical services,while 70% of respondents strongly agreed that households lacked access to full medical coverage. The study also found that 31.1% of respondents had only a secondary education, while 51.6% of respondents were casual employees. In terms of demographic determinants, the study found that 31.9 percent of respondents strongly agreed that the high population of slums contributes to bad health, while 81.0 percent of respondents strongly agreed that congestion caused inadequate drainage and sanitation facilities. According to awareness determinants, 77.3 percent of respondents strongly believed that residents, strongly agreed that parents received instruction in sanitation to improve their living conditions. In conclusion, the majority of Kangemi households did not have comprehensive medical coverage, and a small number of them had limited access to medical care because of their low income. Due to poor drainage and solid waste management, majority of Kangemi's residential areas were densely populated; creating a slum-like condition that contributed to poor sanitation, hygiene and overall health conditions. Many mothers in the community, according to information, received training in child care but only a small number received instruction in sanitation to enhance their living conditions. The county government of Nairobi City was advised by this study to improve Kangemi inhabitants' access to medical care by lowering medical costs. In order to enhance their living conditions, it was also suggested that the County Government of Nairobi open adrainage system and arrange training for both parents that focused on sanitation in the sub county of Kangemi.
2022-01-01T00:00:00ZImpact Of Inventory Management Techniques On The Performance Of Public Health Facilities In Kisumu County
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Impact Of Inventory Management Techniques On The Performance Of Public Health Facilities In Kisumu County
Onyango, John Omondi
This quantitative study seeks to understand the impact of inventory management practices on the operational performance of public health facilities in Kisumu County,
Kenya. The Objectives were to (1) determine the impact of the ABC system on the operation performance (cost management, waste management, and efficiency of service delivery) of public health facilities in Kisumu County; (2) examine the impact of the Economic Order Quantity system on the operation performance (cost management, waste management, and efficiency of service delivery) of public health facilities in Kisumu County; (3) investigate the impact of Just in Time on the operation performance (cost management, waste management, and efficiency of service delivery) of public health facilities in Kisumu County. Through stratified proportionate sampling, the study had a sample of 328 drawn from 1848 employees working in health facilities. From the findings, many respondents noted that the health facilities used the ABC system (84%), EOQ (96.4%), and JIT techniques (99.6%). The study found that the ABC system and operational performance of health facilities had correlation of (0.216); p < 0.000. Likewise, the EOQ technique and operational performance of health facilities had a correlation coefficient of (0.587); p < 0.001. JIT technique and operational performance of health facilities had a correlation of (0.439); p < 0.008. Lastly, the study established that the coefficients for the covariate (government policy) were not statistically significant (p>.05) indicating that government policy does not have a significant effect on the relationship between inventory management techniques and operational performance. This finding is not conclusive because the significance score was too high. Hence, the public health facilities in Kisumu County should continue improving their use of the techniques. Additional studies should be conducted.
2022-01-01T00:00:00ZDeterminants of HIV Status Disclosure Among Adolescents in Bondo Sub-County of Siaya County
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Determinants of HIV Status Disclosure Among Adolescents in Bondo Sub-County of Siaya County
Obiero, Julius Ooko
Disclosure of HIV status to adolescents is controversial and a sensitive issue among
guardians, health workers, and parents of adolescents. However, HIV/AIDS is a chronic illness, and it’s a lifelong treatment. Adolescents who are HIV positive need to know their HIV status and treatment. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that children should know their HIV status at the ages of 6 to 12 years. Many children living with HIV are reaching adolescence and young adulthood since anti-retroviral drugs have become more readily available (National AIDS Control Council, 2018). However, the most challenging subject among families of adolescents infected with HIV is whether or not to tell the adolescent about their diagnosis and, if they do, whether or not to allow the adolescents to say to others (Burmen et al., 2017; SCHMT, 2018a). This cross-sectional study investigated the determinants of HIV status disclosure among HIV-infected adolescents. Caregivers of 209 HIV-infected adolescents (10-19 years) who have been receiving HIV care and support treatment for at least six months and are taking lifelong anti-retroviral therapy from Got Agulu Sub County Hospital, Bondo County Hospital, and Uyawi Sub County Hospital in
Bondo Sub County were enrolled. A purposive and systematic random sampling method was used to select the health facilities and study participants. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire. Statistical analysis for quantitative data was done using Stata software version 15 (Stata Corp, College Station, TX). Adolescents aged 15-19 years were more likely to be fully disclosed to (aOR, 2.46, 95% CI 1.03-5.94, p-value=0.005<0.05. Those with low viral load levels were more likely to be disclosed to (aOR, 9.53, 95% CI 2.30-49.4, p-value=0.004). Adolescent caregivers who were married had significantly higher odds of fully disclosing (aOR, 5.43, 95% CI 1.25-27.5, p-value=0.030), same as caregivers who were biological parents (aOR, 4.84, 95% CI 1.34-19.5, p-value=0.019). Finally, caregivers who had been educated on HIV care and treatment package of care were significantly more likely to fully disclose (aOR, 14.1, 95% CI 4.03-62.3, p-value=<0.001). A high score in the quality of counselling results in an increased level of disclosure by 0.117. This study identified the age of the HIV-infected adolescent, the Quality of counselling service delivery offered to caregivers, current viral load levels of the HIV-infected
adolescents, the marital status of the adolescent caregiver, the relation of the caregiver to the adolescent and the knowledge of the caregiver on the caregiver package of care on HIV prevention care and treatment as the factors determining the HIV status disclosure.
2023-01-01T00:00:00ZMicrobial Load Assessment of Edible Termites (Macrotermes Spp) Traded In Open Air Markets for Food Safety
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Microbial Load Assessment of Edible Termites (Macrotermes Spp) Traded In Open Air Markets for Food Safety
Inyambo, Mumbula
Edible termites and other have long been a delicacy in Zambia and the rest of Africa. Most of the consumed insects are wild harvested and traded in open air markets where they fetch a decent price. Due to their innate microbial content, natural habitat exposure, several handling points in the value chain, edible termites are prone to microbial contamination. This study aimed at identifying food safety and hygiene practices of edible termite traders and sought to enumerate total viable counts (TVC) and Enterobactericeae in open air market traded termites. A cross sectional descriptive design was used and 26 edible termite traders were purposively selected to assess food safety knowledge and common practices in Chisokone market in Kitwe
district Zambia. A Fishers exact test revealed significant relationships between, gender and knowledge on purpose for wearing gloves (p= 0.027); Age and knowledge on food poisoning resulted from eating food containing biological or chemical toxins (p=0.041), cross contamination as the transfer of harmful microorganism (p=0.013) and covering food as prevention for cross contamination (p=0.040); Education level and knowledge on control of bacterial growth by reducing temperature (p=002), and reasons for drying insects before storage (p=0.036). Other demographic variables had no significant relationship (p>0.05) with the knowledge items. Microbiological enumerations of samples collected from three sites of Serenje at three handling points (collection point, after transport and display) revealed higher loads of Total Viable Counts (TVC) and Enterobacteriaceae than those recommended for minced meat 5.7- 6.7 log cfu/g. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) of the effect of handling points and sites on microbial counts indicate that both handling points and sites had significant effect (p<0.05) on the microbial load of open air traded termites. A Tukey honest significant difference (HSD) showed that the largest increase in TVC was during the transportation period (p<0.05) even though a significant increase (p=0.027) was recorded during marketing. The largest increase in Enterobacteriaceae was during marketing (p<0.05). Transportation also showed a significant increase in Enterobacteriaceae (p= 0.028). The isolates identified in this study include Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Yeast spp. other than C. albicans and
Zygomycetes spp. Findings of this study can be used by public health authorities to formulate directed training programs on food safety and hygiene practices for edible termite traders. Traders can use the information to adopt practices that can help reduce the microbial loads at each handling points.
2022-01-01T00:00:00ZDeterminants of Intimate Partner Violence Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care Clinics in Bondo Sub-County, Kenya
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Determinants of Intimate Partner Violence Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care Clinics in Bondo Sub-County, Kenya
Nyamongo, Kevin Onuonga
Intimate partner violence (IPV) at any stage in pregnancy is an issue that threatens the health of both the mother and the unborn child. Understanding its prevalence and determinants is crucial for developing interventions. Despite being located in an area
with higher rates of IPV during pregnancy than the national average, there is a paucity
of data on the prevalence of this form of abuse and its determinants in pregnant women in Bondo Sub-County. This study investigated the prevalence, risk factors, and disclosure patterns of IPV among expectant mothers attending antenatal care (ANC) clinics in Bondo Sub-County. The study used a cross-sectional design and included a sample of 360 pregnant women recruited through systematic sampling method from ANC clinics in three healthcare facilities. Data on participants’ and their partners’ characteristics, experiences of IPV, social support and disclosure patterns were collected using pre-tested structured questionnaires. The questionnaires were
administered over a three-month period by trained research assistants from September
to November 2020. Descriptive statistics were used to show the prevalence of IPV and disclosure patterns. Associations between potential risk factors and IPV were examined using multivariate logistic regression. The study findings revealed a 35.3% prevalence of IPV among expectant mothers attending ANC clinics in Bondo Sub-County. Psychological abuse (23.9%) was the form of IPV that most women reported. This was followed by sexual abuse (16.4%) and physical abuse (15.6%). Expectant mothers who were unemployed (AOR=2.90, 95%CI: 1.08-7.79), had partners who consumed alcohol on a daily (AOR=4.84, 95%CI: 1.69-13.88) or occasional basis (AOR=2.19, 95%CI: 1.16-4.13), and those who did not count on their siblings or parents for support (AOR= 2.48, 95%CI: 1.14-5.43) had significantly higher odds of facing IPV. Among women who faced IPV, only 40.2% disclosed their experiences to someone with the majority (60.8%) disclosing to parents and only 7.9% disclosing to institutions. In conclusion, the prevalence rate of IPV among expectant mothers attending ANC clinics in Bondo was high. Unemployment, having a partner who drinks alcohol and lack of support from siblings or parents were the main risk factors. Disclosure levels were low with the majority of women who disclosed their experiences disclosing to parents. The findings from this study point to the need for community and health care interventions to address IPV during pregnancy in Bondo Sub-County
2022-01-01T00:00:00ZCareer Guidance Services as Predictors of Course Satisfaction Among Trainees in Technical Vocational Education and Training Institutions
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Career Guidance Services as Predictors of Course Satisfaction Among Trainees in Technical Vocational Education and Training Institutions
Omondi, Maren Awuor
Students’ course satisfaction plays a critical role in acquisition of relevant skills,competence and attitude. Students who get advice with regard to career options are likely to be satisfied with the courses they choose to study. Technical Vocational
Education and Training (TVET) institutions have established offices of career services to assist trainees choose courses in line with their interest, capabilities, and aptitude. Therefore, the objectives of the study were to: establish the relationship between orientation services and course satisfaction among trainees, determine the
relationship between appraisal services and course satisfaction among trainees, find
out the relationship between education services and course satisfaction among trainees, examine the relationship between information services and course satisfaction among trainees in TVET institutions. Holland’s theory of vocational choice guided the study. Concurrent Triangulation design within the mixed methods approach was adopted. The study targeted a total of 12807 trainees, 4 Registrars, 4 Deputy Principals in charge of academics and, 4 Guidance and Counseling Coordinators from TVET institutions in Kakamega County. Trainees’ sample size of 388 was determined using Yamane (1967) formula for calculating sample size. Stratified proportionate sampling was used to get the number of participants from each department within each Institution, and simple random sampling was used to select 388 trainees from the 4 institutions while 4 Registrars, 4 Deputy Principals and 4 Guidance and Counseling Coordinators were purposively sampled. The total sample size for the study was therefore 400. Data was collected by use of questionnaire and interview schedule. Piloting of the instruments was done among 39 trainees from Kisiwa TTI in Bungoma County. Validity of the instruments was ensured by seeking expert advice from 2 university lecturers. Internal consistency of reliability, which was measured using Cronbach’s alpha had values ranging from 0.784 to 0.869, suggesting that the instruments had adequate reliability for the study Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26 aided in quantitative data analysis presented in the form of frequencies and percentages while qualitative data was analyzed thematically. Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation Coefficient, Multiple regression analysis, t-test for independent samples and ANOVA was used for inferential statistics. Specifically, regression coefficient was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The results of the study established that there is direct relationship between career guidance services and course satisfaction though the various aspects of career guidance services contribute differently in influencing course satisfaction among TVET trainees. Education services had the highest influence (Beta = 0.255) on trainees’ course satisfaction while information services had the least influence (Beta =0.166) on trainees’ course satisfaction. Career guidance services was confirmed as significant predictors of course satisfaction among TVET trainees in Kakamega County. Based on the findings, the study recommends the implementation of comprehensive and inclusive career guidance services and Curriculum Development and Certification Council (CDACC) should strengthen the case of career guidance offices in TVET institutions.
2023-01-01T00:00:00ZContemporary Valu of Chastity and Family Institution Among the Seventh–Day Adventists Faithful in Nyamira, Kenya
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Contemporary Valu of Chastity and Family Institution Among the Seventh–Day Adventists Faithful in Nyamira, Kenya
Nyakina, Margaret Moraa
This study focuses on the contemporary value of chastity on family among Seventhday Adventist [SDA] faithful in Nyamira County, Kenya. Sexual values such as chastity are societal moral standards, considered crucial in issues related to sexual behaviour and maintaining family stability. Some traditional societies value virginity and reward a girl who preserves it until marriage, and remain faithful after marriage, as men are expected to uphold self-discipline. Similarly, Christian communities are expected to live sexual scriptural principles. Each community deals with chastity issues in form of taboos and punishments for deviants. The value of chastity afforded lot of weight both in traditional and Christian realms as proven in this study has lost the credential it deserves in contemporary culture. Studies reveal failure to observe principal sexual values, has affected a great number of families globally and locally. This has led to devastating consequences on family unit including; HIV & Aids, early pregnancies, separation and divorce. Modern moral liberalism has left conventional family of man and woman an overwhelmed institution, with lot of upheavals. The core concern is value of chastity noteworthy for family stability and regulation of sexual conducts is not regarded even among some SDA adherents. This necessitated this survey to assess SDA responses to contemporary value of chastity on family. The study determines value of chastity on family institution amid SDA faithful in Nyamira at technological era. The study evaluates ways SDAs respond to indicators of contemporary value of chastity on family, analyses influence of technology on value of chastity among SDA faithful and explores SDAs faithful conceptualization on changing value of chastity in Nyamira. The survey adopts Utilitarian Ethical Theory propounded by Bentham and expounded by Mill because it suites the concept studied which is equally an ethical issue. It is assumed moral lax aggravated by technological influence is set back in observing value of chastity. The study has employed quantitative and qualitative research methods within a descriptive survey approach. The Sample was obtained through both purposive and cluster random sampling from population of 144,507 of SDA adherents in Nyamira conference within Nyamira. The sample size was 384 of which 375 lay members responded to questionnaires and 9 purposively selected leaders were interviewed. Questionnaires, interview schedules, and Focus Group Discussions [FGDs] were used in data assemblage. Reliability and validity of research instruments was determined through pilot study. Descriptive statistics was utilized for analysis of quantitative data whereas theme analysis for qualitative data. Findings depicts, SDAs faithful were not silent towards curbing challenges interlinked with nonconformity to value of chastity in modernity, but not to anticipations because sexual ills are reportedly rampant. The study also reveals technology has great influence on value of chastity. The situation was threatening to SDA family, and adherents continued to condemn evils related to defiance of chastity. However, they have no option other than accommodating certain related changes in transformed society. Given the future of the society is determined by stability of family unit, recommendations of study would help policy makers construct a culture on sexual value and lastly advance the field of sexual ethics within Christian family and entire society. It was therefore found necessary to preserve traditional and Christian tenets allied with chastity to help regulate societal moral standards for viable family. The study suggests for further and intensive study by interested scholars and Christian
bodies on the same concept within and beyond the Christian community in Kenya to
establish ideal approaches to curb contemporary value of chastity.
2022-01-01T00:00:00ZAssessing Habitat, Distribution, and Characterization of Crickets (Orthoptera Gryllidae)
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Assessing Habitat, Distribution, and Characterization of Crickets (Orthoptera Gryllidae)
Odhiambo, Martha Akello
Edible crickets can act as an alternative source of food and feed when production from conventional plants and animals is disrupted. Natural habitats for the crickets continue to shrink and fragment due to climate change as well as anthropogenic pressures. Although habitat loss has been reported as the main cause of species extinction, knowledge on the habitat requirements of edible insects is scanty. The objectives of this study were to: (i) assess the distribution of crickets based on habitat preference (ii) determine the effects of temperature on development and survival of crickets (iii) characterize the cuticular hydrocarbons that generate desiccation resistance in the crickets and (iv) characterize the morphological diversity of haemocytes associated with cellular immunity in the crickets. A survey was conducted in Western Kenya to assess the distribution of crickets based on habitat preference. Thirteen descriptive variables were used to create a habitat distribution model. Akaike information criteria (AIC) was applied to estimate the habitat preference for each cricket species. The effects of temperature on the development, and survival of crickets were determined at six constant temperatures (18, 22, 26, 30, 34 and 38 0C). The cuticular hydrocarbon profiles of cricket species were identified and quantified by gas chromatograph – mass spectrometry (GC-MS). To assess the morphological diversity of haemocytes, hemolymph smears were prepared, and microscopic examinations made. The results indicated that the cricket species can be classified into three groups, Group I (Acheta domesticus and Diestrammena asynamora) which preferred areas near settlement, Group II (Scapsipedus icipe, Gryllus bimaculatus, and Brachytrupes membranaceus) that preferred fields and grasses, and Group III (Gryllotalpa africana) that preferred wet lands. The optimum temperature estimated for egg-to-adult development ranged from 26 ˚C to 34 ˚C. Further, a homologous series of n- alkanes, alkenes, and methyl branched alkanes were identified. Haemocytes were classified into six distinct types with prohaemocytes, plasmatocytes and granulocytes being the most numerous cells in the hemolymph of the crickets. This study concludes that the most preferred habitats for crickets are natural vegetation, areas near water bodies, having high shelter density and away from human settlement. In addition, the results suggest that the long chain cuticular hydrocarbons increase with increase in temperature of the cricket’s habitat and provide greatest protection against desiccation. Understanding how insects adapt and survive under stress and identifying the physiological processes that occur during that time may allow us to better conserve their habitat and prevent species extinction.
2023-01-01T00:00:00ZRelationship Between Social Adjustment Indices and Academic Achievement of Students in Secondary Schools
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Relationship Between Social Adjustment Indices and Academic Achievement of Students in Secondary Schools
Kibe, Henry Miringu
The number of students quitting school before passing their matriculation examination is a major cause for concern. A highly qualified workforce is necessary due to the acceleration of technological advancement and the emergence of new, more challenging job prospects. Since underachievement hinders the growth of the labor force, it follows that each student should be encouraged to perform at his best level. With a perfect school environment, there are better chances of a better performance. However, many students in Kenya particularly, Githunguri Sub-County, whose performance has been very low, and the underlying Social Adjustment Indices that influence their Academic Achievement at secondary school have not received appropriate research. Determining the Influence of Social Adjustment Indices on Academic Achievement among students in public secondary schools in Githunguri Sub County, Kenya, was the main goal of the current study. Among students in public secondary schools in Githunguri Sub-County, the following objectives were set: to determine the relationship between peer acceptance and academic achievement; to
establish the relationship between aggression and academic achievement; to find out the relationship between social withdrawal and academic achievement; and to determine the relationship between altruism and academic achievement. Social learning and classical conditioning theory were both used in the study. Utilizing Creswell's mixed method technique, concurrent embedded research design was used. The selection of the participating schools and students was done using stratified random, purposive, and saturation sampling procedures. A population of 2787 students, 38 deputy principals, and 38 teachers of guidance and counseling were selected for the study from which 350 form two students, 15 deputy principals, and 15 instructors of guidance and counseling made up the study sample. For data collection, the present study included questionnaires, interview schedules, and document analysis. A pilot study was carried out using 35 form two students from four public secondary schools in the Githunguri Sub-County. Two specialists from Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology verified the validity of the instruments. By using Cronbach's alpha, internal consistency was employed to determine the instrument's reliability, and a reliability coefficient above 0.7 was found. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22.0 was used to examine quantitative data. Inferential statistics involved Pearson Product Moment correlation coefficient, simple and multiple regression analysis, and ANOVA, and descriptive statistics covered frequency counts, percentages, averages, standard deviation, and variance. Hypotheses were evaluated at a 5% level of significance. Thematic analysis was employed to examine qualitative data. Peer Acceptability and Academic Achievement were shown to be positively correlated (n=308, r =.187; p =.001), while Altruism and Academic Achievement were also found to be positively correlated (n=308, r =.144; p =.012). The results also showed a somewhat negative associationbetween Aggression and Academic Achievement (n=308, r = -.568; p.05) and a negative relationship between Social Disengagement and Academic Accomplishment (n=308, r = -.345; p.05). According to the present study's findings, Social Adjustment Indices should be incorporated into school guidance and counseling policies and practices since they have a major impact on academic
attainment.
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