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    The contribution of parental alcohol abuse to child maltreatment and HIV risk among children in Luweero sub county,Luweero District
    (Uganda Christian University, 2026-04-20) Patience Nakato Nakatudde
    The study examined the contribution of parental alcohol abuse to child maltreatment and HIV risk among children in Luwero Sub County. The study was guided by social learning theory and ecological system theory. The researcher used a descriptive survey. Information was gathered from 52 respondents including parents, children, social workers, community leaders and health workers through questionnaires and interviews. Findings revealed that parental alcohol abuse in Luwero sub county is influenced by poverty, stress, social acceptance of drinking alcohol and easy availability of alcohol. The study revealed that alcohol abuse contributes to child neglect, emotional and physical abuse, lack of basic needs and school absenteeism. It further increases children's vulnerability to HIV infection through poor supervision, exposure to sexual exploitation and early sexual activity. The research concludes that parental alcohol abuse significantly undermines child protection and recommends strengthened alcohol control policies, family counselling and child protection interventions