Search for dissertations about: "madrs-s"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 swedish dissertations containing the word madrs-s.

2. 1. Colposcopy after cervical dysplasia: psychological aspects

   Author : Charlotte Hellsten; Urogynekologi och reproduktionsfarmakologi; []
   Keywords : abnormal cervical smear; HPV; CIN; LEEP; SF-36; MADRS-S; colposcopy; anxiety; Depression; STAI;

   Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to conduct a prospective investigation of anxiety and its long-term effects on women referred for colposcopy after an abnormal cervical smear. The thesis comprises four articles, all based on a study of the current life situation, anxiety (Spielberger's state-trait anxiety inventory, STAI), depression (Montogomery Isberg Depression Rating Scale self-rate), psychosexuality, and quality of life (Health Survey Short Form-36) in 100 women referred for colposcopy and at follow-up six months and two years later. READ MORE

4. 2. Aspects of management of depression in primary care - use of a self-assessment instrument

   Author : Carl Wikberg; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; depression; primary care; self-assessment rating scales; patient reported outcome measures;

   Abstract : Aim: The general aim of this thesis was to evaluate effects of recurrent use of a self-assessment instrument in general practitioner (GP) consultations with the patient with depression in the primary care clinical context. Does the use of self-assessment instruments have an effect on depression course, as well as quality of life, well-being, anti-depressant medication use, sick leave, work ability, and health care use in a long-term perspective? Introduction: Depression is a common mental disorder and leading cause of disability and is among the most common reasons for sick leave. READ MORE

5. 3. Mild to moderate depression in the elderly in primary care - detection, patient centeredness and course

   Author : Maria Magnil; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; depressive symptoms; mild to moderate depression; patient-centered consultation; screening; elderly; primary care; course; longitudinal; risk factors; prognostic factors;

   Abstract : Aims; To study the prevalence of and describe factors associated with depressive symptoms and to observe the course in a cohort of elderly primary care patients with mild to moderate depression. To compare a structured patient-centered consultation model with a validated instrument when screening for depressive symptoms and to investigate if recommended cut-off values for a self-rated instrument should be adjusted for this population. READ MORE

6. 4. Managing depression via the Internet : self-report measures, treatment & relapse prevention

   Author : Fredrik Holländare; Ingemar Engström; Lil Träskman Bendz; Örebro universitet; []
   Keywords : Internet; depression; cognitive behaviour therapy; self-report measures; relapse prevention; MEDICINE; MEDICIN; Medicin; Medicine;

   Abstract : Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment for depression but access is limited. One way of increasing access is to offer CBT via the Internet. In Study I, guided Internet-based CBT was found to have a large effect on depressive symptoms compared to taking part in an online discussion group. READ MORE

7. 5. Aspects of common mental disorders in primary care

   Author : Sandra af Winklerfelt Hammarberg; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Depression and anxiety disorders are common in the general population. Primary care is the first line of care for people with common mental disorders. This doctoral project investigated aspects of common mental disorders, including diagnostic procedures and interventions in primary care. READ MORE