Search for dissertations about: "Biopsychosocial model"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 28 swedish dissertations containing the words Biopsychosocial model.
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1. Exploring the Biopsychosocial Model in Irritable Bowel Syndrome : with emphasis on stress, comorbidities and fatigue
Abstract : BackgroundIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common, chronic, relapsing, and sometimes disabling, symptombased disorder of gut brain interactions. It has got a female predominance and occurs in all ages, with a slight decrease among elderly. READ MORE
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2. Musculoskeletal pain in primary health care : a biopsychosocial perspective for assessment and treatment
Abstract : Long-term musculoskeletal pain is a large public health problem with serious consequences for both the individual and society. Psychosocial factors have been shown to be good predictors of long-term disability and play an important role in the transition from acute to chronic pain. READ MORE
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3. Psychosocial aspects of depressive disorders
Abstract : The objective of this study was to elucidate the possible importance of factors from the social environment for the development of depression. As a theoretical framework, Engel's biopsychosocial model (Engel, 1980), based on systems theory, has been applied. READ MORE
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4. Alcohol and aging : a multimethod study on heterogeneity and multidimensionality
Abstract : Background and Objectives: With an ageing population, the number of older persons with substance use problems, particularly problematic alcohol use, is increasing. Despite growing recognition of the negative consequences of problematic alcohol use on older persons, there is a dearth of knowledge about the alcohol use profiles and the dimensionality of alcohol problems in older people. READ MORE
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5. Women on sick leave for long-term musculoskeletal pain : Factors associated with work ability, well-being and return to work
Abstract : Background: Taking sick leave (SL) for long-term musculoskeletal pain (MSP), predominantly in the neck, shoulders and back, is common among women in Sweden. Long-term MSP affects their daily life and causes impaired work ability and long-term SL. READ MORE