Search for dissertations about: "Firearm"

Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the word Firearm.

2. 1. Firearm deaths in Sweden : epidemiology with emphasis on accidental deaths and prevention

   Author : Mensura Junuzovic; Anders Eriksson; Patrik Midlöv; Louis Riddez; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Firearm; fatality; accidental; hunting; non-hunting; suicide; homicide; Forensic Medicine; rättsmedicin;

   Abstract : Prevention of firearm deaths and injuries is an important public health issue that may save human lives. The aim of this thesis was to investigate the epidemiology and attributes of accidental firearm fatalities in Sweden, and to provide a basis for further preventive measures. READ MORE

4. 2. Psychosocial factors in trauma patients : studies on trauma recurrence and trauma recovery

   Author : Sari Ponzer; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : injuries; trauma; violence; firearms; alcohol abuse; depression; psychosocial factors; rehabilitation; female; follow-up;

   Abstract : The present studies aimed to highlight the influence of psychosocial and psychiatric factors on trauma recurrence and trauma recovery. A subgroup of trauma patients, 820 victims of firearm injuries, were compared to an age- and sex-matched control group in a retrospective register study. READ MORE

5. 3. Factors associated with behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia

   Author : Emilia Schwertner; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Most people with dementia suffer behavioral and psychological symptoms (BPSD). These symptoms add to caregiver stress and accelerate cognitive decline. The etiology of BPSD is complex, with multiple factors influencing symptom manifestation. The ability to accommodate and communicate needs decreases with cognitive deterioration. READ MORE

6. 4. Longitudinal study of the impact on hearing from aging, genetic background and environmental exposures in male twins

   Author : Renata Bogo; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Male twins; Longitudinal cohort study; Aging; Genetic influences; Hearing loss Tinnitus; Pure–Tone Average; Threshold shift; Prevalence; Incidence proportion; Noise exposure; Job–Exposure Matrix; Occupational work code;

   Abstract : Background: Hearing loss is a process that normally develops over many years, and the ability to hear high–frequency sounds is often reduced first. Age, repeated exposure to loud noise and other risk factors, diseases, medications and injury, can damage the various structures of the ear and interfere with hearing. READ MORE