Lufuno Makhado
Biographic Data
| ID | 350063 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Lufuno Makhado |
| GIVEN NAMES | Lufuno |
| FAMILY NAME | Makhado |
| SIGNATURE | MAKHADO L |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Venda |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-1689-9308 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 27 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 27 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2016 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
A conceptual framework for integrating HIV, STIs and pregnancy prevention services in Vhembe District, Limpopo, South Africa
The empirical findings provide evidence on challenges unique to low-resource, rural settings, contributing to global discourse on HIV and Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) integration. Consequently, 95% of the key stakeholders and experts approved the feasibility and applicability, while 92% approved the acceptability and sustainability of the proposed framework. It is recommended in this study that policy changes be implemented through an integra…
Mental Health and ART Adherence in a Multisite International Study
ART adherence, essential to preventing disease progression for people living with HIV (PLHIV), remains challenged by factors like poor mental health condition, insufficient social support, and substance use. This study investigates the roles of social support and substance use as mediators in the relationship between mental health and antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence among PLHIV in a multisite, international context. Cross-sectional data fr…
Community-Based Interventions to Support HIV and Aids Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in Africa
Introduction: Community-based interventions to support orphans and vulnerable children were the basis for this systematic review, which was undertaken using the available literature based on different studies that outlined community-based interventions. Methodology: A systematic literature searches for quantitative, mixed methods, and qualitative studies describing the community-based intervention to support HIV and AIDS orphans and vulnerable ch…
Developing and Validating a Childhood Trauma-Informed Curriculum for Primary School Teachers in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Background/Objectives : Childhood trauma significantly hinders the developmental and academic outcomes of learners, particularly in under-resourced schools such as those in Limpopo province, South Africa. Teachers in these settings often face challenges in supporting trauma-exposed learners due to a lack of knowledge, training, and appropriate resources. Addressing this gap requires the development of structured, trauma-informed educational suppo…
Assessing the Understanding of Primary School Teachers in the Rural Communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa—Are We Trauma Informed
This study highlighted teachers' critical role in identifying and assisting traumatized children and underlined the necessity for effective training programs and school-based support systems. A comprehensive strategy is necessary, including advocacy for equitable support services and standardized training on trauma-informed practices
Exploring the lived experiences of children in relation to trauma and violence exposure in the Vhembe district
Violence and trauma exposure among children remain critical public health issues, particularly in under-resourced regions such as the Vhembe district, South Africa. Although much is known about the prevalence of child abuse, limited research explores children’s lived experiences and coping mechanisms from their own perspectives. This study aimed to explore the lived experiences of children exposed to trauma and violence in the Vhembe district, fo…
Mental Health and Identity Formation Among Primary School Learners
Children living with epilepsy face significant stigma in school settings, particularly in rural South Africa, where misconceptions linking epilepsy to witchcraft, evil spirits, or unpredictability lead to fear, shame, and exclusion. This study explored how primary school learners perceive and experience epilepsy-related stigma within the classroom context and examined how such perceptions may influence the mental health and self-conception of pee…
Men’s views on factors contributing to their poor health-seeking behaviour in Limpopo Province, South Africa
It is evident from the findings that several factors contribute to men's poor health-seeking behaviour including visiting health facilities to seek needed healthcare services. Self-treating of disease at hand, fear of knowing own health status, use of traditional healers, and sticking to cultural values are among the factors that contribute to men's poor health-seeking behaviour. There is a need to challenge societal norms and how men are raised …
Approaches for psychosocial support towards orphans and vulnerable children by community-based workers in the Vhembe district, South Africa
These findings provide an insight into the types of psychosocial support interventions provided by Community-based organisations to orphans and vulnerable children. Conversely, the study also revealed that community-based organisations are experiencing challenges when delivering those services to orphans and vulnerable children
Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Quality of Life, Anxiety, Connections to Friends, and Access to Resources Among People with HIV
The purpose of this study was to understand the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and mitigation efforts on health and social outcomes for people with HIV at the individual, social, and structural levels of the Social Ecological Model. The International Nursing Network for HIV collected data for a cross-sectional survey of people with HIV in Botswana, Canada, Colombia, Hong Kong, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Thailand, an…
Global Measures of HIV Care Accessibility Across Urban, Suburban, and Rural Areas
Despite advances in HIV treatment, disparities in healthcare access remain across low-income (LIC), middle-income (MIC), and high-income (HIC) countries, limiting access to clinical care, antiretroviral therapy, and viral load testing. This study developed the HIV Care Access Index (HIV-CAI) to measure and compare HIV care service access across countries and within geographic regions and examined associations with economic and health indicators. …
Translating Open-Ended Questions in Cross-Cultural Qualitative Research
INTRODUCTION: Globalization has increased the importance of multicultural research to address health disparities and improve healthcare outcomes for underrepresented communities. The International Nursing Network for HIV Research (The Network) serves as a platform for researchers to collaborate on cross-cultural and cross-national HIV studies. This article discusses the Network's approach to overcoming barriers in multicultural and multinational …
The Effect of a Community-Based Complementary Feeding Education Program on the Nutritional Status of Infants in Polokwane Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa
Community-based nutrition intervention programs can effectively improve the anthropometric nutritional status of children aged 3-12 months
Exploring the Barriers and Facilitators in the Management of Childhood Trauma and Violence Exposure Intervention in the Vhembe District of the Limpopo Province, South Africa
Research has shown that barriers and facilitators in psychotherapy exhibit similarities. The authors of this study are of the view that to effectively address the difficulties encountered in psychotherapy for children and adolescents, it is crucial to consider the points of view of professionals who have firsthand encounters with children. The purpose of this study was to effectively explore barriers and facilitators in the treatment of children …
Evaluating the Implementation of Adolescent- and Youth-Friendly Services in the Selected Primary Healthcare Facilities in Vhembe District, Limpopo Province
Research findings highlight the strengths and gaps of AYFS in Vhembe District, aligned with government and WHO priorities for adolescent health. Addressing the identified gaps is vital to ensuring that healthcare facilities are adolescent- and youth-friendly, easily accessible, and can be implemented effectively to address adolescent and youth health challenges in Vhembe District
Professional Nurses’ Experiences Regarding Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Opportunities at Public Hospitals of Limpopo Province, South Africa
Rapid changes in health care, innovative technologies, and the emergence of new knowledge globally led to a need for enhancement in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities for nurses in public hospitals of Limpopo. However, they need to be empowered with updated knowledge and skills to adapt to these changes to enable them to render quality care to patients, resulting in fewer lawsuits. To explore and describe the experiences of p…
Knowledge and Attitudes towards Prostate Cancer and Screening among Males in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Inadequate knowledge and poor attitudes about prostate cancer (PC) negatively affect early screening practices among males. The PC mortality rate is increasing due to late reporting, screening, and treatment. This study explored the awareness, attitudes, and PC screening behaviours among males in the Limpopo, Thulamela municipality. This descriptive cross-sectional study involved 245 males that were randomly selected. A structured questionnaire w…
Caregivers’ and Family Members’ Knowledge Attitudes and Practices (KAP) towards Epilepsy in Rural Limpopo and Mpumalanga, South Africa
Epilepsy, a common neurological disease, has a significant impact on people living with epilepsy (PLWE), their caregivers, and their family members. Research has consistently shown that the quality of life of PLWE is low. To expand on this knowledge, a non-experimental quantitative survey study was conducted to explore the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of caregivers and family members towards epilepsy and epilepsy-related seizures. Th…
Working with indigenous knowledge
The aim of the book is to assist both local and international scholars in articulating the scholarly discourse on indigenous health attitudes, practices, and experiences. The indigenous lens that was used to generate and disseminate indigenous knowledge in this book will strengthen indigenous scholarship, thus making it accessible to a wider audience. In addition, the information shared in this book will add value for scholars and assist them wit…
An Exploratory-Descriptive Study on the Impact of Covid-19 on Teaching and Learning
Covid-19 has disrupted normal working conditions as people were not allowed to assemble in one place. There is a limit that is placed on the number of people congregating in public areas, and these measures also affect the education system worldwide. The purpose of the study was to explore nursing students' experiences in a historically disadvantaged rural-based university on the impact of Covid-19 on teaching and learning. The study employed an …
Correctional rehabilitation programmes’ effectiveness
This study sought to explore correctional rehabilitation effectiveness in a South African setting. Using a phenomenological approach, we interviewed ten parole recidivists who have been convicted more than twice on their rehabilitation service experiences. Interpretive phenomenological analysis of the data indicated that the recidivists perceived attitudinal, behavioural, and programmes’ insufficiency as barriers to benefiting from correctional r…
Psychological management intervention guidelines for rape survivors with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
This exploratory systematic literature review aimed to characterise the current evidence on psychological management intervention guidelines for use with rape survivors with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. For the data searches we accessed the following electronic databases: Google Scholar, Science Direct, EBSCOhost, and PsychInfo. We utilised search terms with variations of the following key words: psychological management guidel…
Present practices of rape care management in Thuthuzela Care Centres of the North West Province
We aimed to characterise practices of rape care management centres in a South African setting. Participants were rape survivors consulted in Thuthuzela care centres of the North West Province. They indicated which acute medical management they received when reporting rape, and which mental health care management they received during follow-up care visits. We analysed the descriptive data to characterise practices around acute medical management p…
Correlates of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder diagnosis among rape survivors
This study aimed to describe factors associated with the experience of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among rape survivors. Participants were female survivors attending a treatment centre in South Africa (black = 85%, coloured = 15%; age range = 18 to 55 years). Data were collected through interviewing all rape survivors who agreed to participate in this study, using the Post Traumatic Diagnostic Scale-5 (PDS-5). Descriptive statistics, ch…
Integration of Tuberculosis and Human Immunodeficiency Virus Services in Nacka Modern Molina District, North West Province
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Conceptual Model
Nursing is an occupation that is subjected to a high degree of stress. Stress had been seen as a predictor of the nature of care provided by nurses caring for people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) (PLWH). The purpose was to develop a conceptual model for establishment of Nurse-Environment-Patient Relationship in hospital setting. A descriptive, cross-sectional paper was conducted. The Maslach Burnout (MBI) and Beck’s Depression In…
A longitudinal study of the aftermath of rape among rural South African women
These findings demonstrate the need for interventions that address the most pervasive effects of rape over time. These behaviors can increase risks for revictimization and reduce psychological well-being in the aftermath of rape. (PsycINFO Database Record
Correlates of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder diagnosis among rape survivors
This study aimed to describe factors associated with the experience of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among rape survivors. Participants were female survivors attending a treatment centre in South Africa (black = 85%, coloured = 15%; age range = 18 to 55 years). Data were collected through interviewing all rape survivors who agreed to participate in this study, using the Post Traumatic Diagnostic Scale-5 (PDS-5). Descriptive statistics, ch…
Integration of Tuberculosis and Human Immunodeficiency Virus Services in Nacka Modern Molina District, North West Province
Psychological management intervention guidelines for rape survivors with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
This exploratory systematic literature review aimed to characterise the current evidence on psychological management intervention guidelines for use with rape survivors with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. For the data searches we accessed the following electronic databases: Google Scholar, Science Direct, EBSCOhost, and PsychInfo. We utilised search terms with variations of the following key words: psychological management guidel…
Present practices of rape care management in Thuthuzela Care Centres of the North West Province
We aimed to characterise practices of rape care management centres in a South African setting. Participants were rape survivors consulted in Thuthuzela care centres of the North West Province. They indicated which acute medical management they received when reporting rape, and which mental health care management they received during follow-up care visits. We analysed the descriptive data to characterise practices around acute medical management p…
Correctional rehabilitation programmes’ effectiveness
This study sought to explore correctional rehabilitation effectiveness in a South African setting. Using a phenomenological approach, we interviewed ten parole recidivists who have been convicted more than twice on their rehabilitation service experiences. Interpretive phenomenological analysis of the data indicated that the recidivists perceived attitudinal, behavioural, and programmes’ insufficiency as barriers to benefiting from correctional r…
Working with indigenous knowledge
The aim of the book is to assist both local and international scholars in articulating the scholarly discourse on indigenous health attitudes, practices, and experiences. The indigenous lens that was used to generate and disseminate indigenous knowledge in this book will strengthen indigenous scholarship, thus making it accessible to a wider audience. In addition, the information shared in this book will add value for scholars and assist them wit…
An Exploratory-Descriptive Study on the Impact of Covid-19 on Teaching and Learning
Covid-19 has disrupted normal working conditions as people were not allowed to assemble in one place. There is a limit that is placed on the number of people congregating in public areas, and these measures also affect the education system worldwide. The purpose of the study was to explore nursing students' experiences in a historically disadvantaged rural-based university on the impact of Covid-19 on teaching and learning. The study employed an …
Professional Nurses’ Experiences Regarding Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Opportunities at Public Hospitals of Limpopo Province, South Africa
Rapid changes in health care, innovative technologies, and the emergence of new knowledge globally led to a need for enhancement in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities for nurses in public hospitals of Limpopo. However, they need to be empowered with updated knowledge and skills to adapt to these changes to enable them to render quality care to patients, resulting in fewer lawsuits. To explore and describe the experiences of p…
Knowledge and Attitudes towards Prostate Cancer and Screening among Males in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Inadequate knowledge and poor attitudes about prostate cancer (PC) negatively affect early screening practices among males. The PC mortality rate is increasing due to late reporting, screening, and treatment. This study explored the awareness, attitudes, and PC screening behaviours among males in the Limpopo, Thulamela municipality. This descriptive cross-sectional study involved 245 males that were randomly selected. A structured questionnaire w…
Caregivers’ and Family Members’ Knowledge Attitudes and Practices (KAP) towards Epilepsy in Rural Limpopo and Mpumalanga, South Africa
Epilepsy, a common neurological disease, has a significant impact on people living with epilepsy (PLWE), their caregivers, and their family members. Research has consistently shown that the quality of life of PLWE is low. To expand on this knowledge, a non-experimental quantitative survey study was conducted to explore the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of caregivers and family members towards epilepsy and epilepsy-related seizures. Th…
Translating Open-Ended Questions in Cross-Cultural Qualitative Research
INTRODUCTION: Globalization has increased the importance of multicultural research to address health disparities and improve healthcare outcomes for underrepresented communities. The International Nursing Network for HIV Research (The Network) serves as a platform for researchers to collaborate on cross-cultural and cross-national HIV studies. This article discusses the Network's approach to overcoming barriers in multicultural and multinational …
The Effect of a Community-Based Complementary Feeding Education Program on the Nutritional Status of Infants in Polokwane Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa
Community-based nutrition intervention programs can effectively improve the anthropometric nutritional status of children aged 3-12 months
Exploring the Barriers and Facilitators in the Management of Childhood Trauma and Violence Exposure Intervention in the Vhembe District of the Limpopo Province, South Africa
Research has shown that barriers and facilitators in psychotherapy exhibit similarities. The authors of this study are of the view that to effectively address the difficulties encountered in psychotherapy for children and adolescents, it is crucial to consider the points of view of professionals who have firsthand encounters with children. The purpose of this study was to effectively explore barriers and facilitators in the treatment of children …
Evaluating the Implementation of Adolescent- and Youth-Friendly Services in the Selected Primary Healthcare Facilities in Vhembe District, Limpopo Province
Research findings highlight the strengths and gaps of AYFS in Vhembe District, aligned with government and WHO priorities for adolescent health. Addressing the identified gaps is vital to ensuring that healthcare facilities are adolescent- and youth-friendly, easily accessible, and can be implemented effectively to address adolescent and youth health challenges in Vhembe District
Community-Based Interventions to Support HIV and Aids Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in Africa
Introduction: Community-based interventions to support orphans and vulnerable children were the basis for this systematic review, which was undertaken using the available literature based on different studies that outlined community-based interventions. Methodology: A systematic literature searches for quantitative, mixed methods, and qualitative studies describing the community-based intervention to support HIV and AIDS orphans and vulnerable ch…
Developing and Validating a Childhood Trauma-Informed Curriculum for Primary School Teachers in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Background/Objectives : Childhood trauma significantly hinders the developmental and academic outcomes of learners, particularly in under-resourced schools such as those in Limpopo province, South Africa. Teachers in these settings often face challenges in supporting trauma-exposed learners due to a lack of knowledge, training, and appropriate resources. Addressing this gap requires the development of structured, trauma-informed educational suppo…
Assessing the Understanding of Primary School Teachers in the Rural Communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa—Are We Trauma Informed
This study highlighted teachers' critical role in identifying and assisting traumatized children and underlined the necessity for effective training programs and school-based support systems. A comprehensive strategy is necessary, including advocacy for equitable support services and standardized training on trauma-informed practices
Exploring the lived experiences of children in relation to trauma and violence exposure in the Vhembe district
Violence and trauma exposure among children remain critical public health issues, particularly in under-resourced regions such as the Vhembe district, South Africa. Although much is known about the prevalence of child abuse, limited research explores children’s lived experiences and coping mechanisms from their own perspectives. This study aimed to explore the lived experiences of children exposed to trauma and violence in the Vhembe district, fo…
Mental Health and Identity Formation Among Primary School Learners
Children living with epilepsy face significant stigma in school settings, particularly in rural South Africa, where misconceptions linking epilepsy to witchcraft, evil spirits, or unpredictability lead to fear, shame, and exclusion. This study explored how primary school learners perceive and experience epilepsy-related stigma within the classroom context and examined how such perceptions may influence the mental health and self-conception of pee…
Men’s views on factors contributing to their poor health-seeking behaviour in Limpopo Province, South Africa
It is evident from the findings that several factors contribute to men's poor health-seeking behaviour including visiting health facilities to seek needed healthcare services. Self-treating of disease at hand, fear of knowing own health status, use of traditional healers, and sticking to cultural values are among the factors that contribute to men's poor health-seeking behaviour. There is a need to challenge societal norms and how men are raised …
Approaches for psychosocial support towards orphans and vulnerable children by community-based workers in the Vhembe district, South Africa
These findings provide an insight into the types of psychosocial support interventions provided by Community-based organisations to orphans and vulnerable children. Conversely, the study also revealed that community-based organisations are experiencing challenges when delivering those services to orphans and vulnerable children
Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Quality of Life, Anxiety, Connections to Friends, and Access to Resources Among People with HIV
The purpose of this study was to understand the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and mitigation efforts on health and social outcomes for people with HIV at the individual, social, and structural levels of the Social Ecological Model. The International Nursing Network for HIV collected data for a cross-sectional survey of people with HIV in Botswana, Canada, Colombia, Hong Kong, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Thailand, an…
Global Measures of HIV Care Accessibility Across Urban, Suburban, and Rural Areas
Despite advances in HIV treatment, disparities in healthcare access remain across low-income (LIC), middle-income (MIC), and high-income (HIC) countries, limiting access to clinical care, antiretroviral therapy, and viral load testing. This study developed the HIV Care Access Index (HIV-CAI) to measure and compare HIV care service access across countries and within geographic regions and examined associations with economic and health indicators. …
Medicine (16 works) · Psychology (12 works) · Nursing (11 works) · Sociology (9 works) · Child Abuse and Trauma (7 works) · Environmental health (7 works) · Health care (7 works) · Psychiatry (7 works) · Qualitative research (7 works) · Medical education (6 works)