Search for dissertations about: "Abstinence"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 47 swedish dissertations containing the word Abstinence.

  2. 1. Nicotine sensitization and the effects of extended withdrawal - behavioral, neurochemical and electrophysiological studies in the rat

    Author : Julia Morud; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Abstinence; Dopamine; Elevated plus-maze; GABA; Inhibitory control; Nicotine; Nucleus accumbens; Sensitization;

    Abstract : Tobacco use is one of the primary factors for global burden of disease and often results in life-long nicotine addiction, only a small percentage users are able to maintain cessation. The life-long addiction together with a high relapse risk might be connected to drug-induced altered neural circuits. READ MORE

  4. 2. Epididymal and accessory sex gland function and semen quality

    Author : Saad Elzanaty; Malmö (Abrahamsson) Urologi; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Medicin människa och djur ; Medicine human and vertebrates ; zinc; visco-elasticity; sperm motility; SDR5A2; PSA; persistent organohalogen pollutants; NAG; fructose; Epididymis; CASA; acessory sex gland; abstinence period;

    Abstract : Infertility, defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected regular intercourse, affects up to 15% of all couples of reproductive age. The infertility can originate from female, male or both partners. In up to 50% of the affected couples, a male factor is the cause of infertility. READ MORE

  5. 3. Effects of abstinence self-efficacy and coping on substance use among homeless youth

    Author : Yunhwan Kim; Natasha Slesnick; USA Columbus OH Ohio State University; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Homeless youth are a vulnerable and understudied group who has consistently reported elevated levels of substance use. Understanding the factors associated with substance use within this population may help guide future intervention efforts. READ MORE

  6. 4. The Minnesota model treatment for substance dependence : program evaluation in a Swedish setting

    Author : Maria Bodin; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Minnesota model; Alcoholics Anonymous; program evaluation; outcome predictors; abstinence rates; Sweden; non-problem drinking; private sector; twelve-step treatment.;

    Abstract : The Minnesota model treatment for substance dependence is a group-based psychosocial intervention program that rests on the principles and twelve-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). The model was introduced to Sweden in 1983-84, and is currently used as the main treatment method in twenty-five percent of the addiction treatment units in the country. READ MORE

  7. 5. Smoking Cessation : Treatment Intensity and Outcome in Randomized Clinical Trials

    Author : Eva Nohlert; Ásgeir R Helgason; Åke Tegelberg; Per Tillgren; John Öhrvik; Gunilla Bolinder; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : RCT; cost-effectiveness; dental setting; quitline; long-term follow-up; proactive; reactive; tobacco; Medicinsk vetenskap; Medical Science;

    Abstract : The primary aim was to compare the effectiveness of smoking cessation interventions of different intensities in a clinical dental and a telephone setting in Sweden.Methods: A total of 300 smokers were randomized to High or Low Intensity Treatment (HIT or LIT) at the Public Dental Service, County Council of Västmanland. READ MORE