Search for dissertations about: "Johanna Ekdahl"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the words Johanna Ekdahl.

  2. 1. Vulvodynia : Understanding the Role of Pain-related Behavior

    Author : Linnéa Engman; Ida Flink; Steven J. Linton; Johanna Ekdahl; Sophie Bergeron; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Vulvodynia; PVD; Pain-related behavior; Avoidance behavior; Endurance behavior; Pain catastrophizing; Cognitive behavioral therapy;

    Abstract : Over the last decades, psychological mechanisms have been identified as key in the understanding of pain development and maintenance of vulvodynia. Furthermore, psychological treatments in the form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) have proven helpful for those suffering. READ MORE

  4. 2. Application of the psychological flexibility model in the context of vulvar pain and sexual dysfunction

    Author : Pernilla Maathz; Lance McCracken; JoAnne Dahl; Thomas Parling; Johanna Ekdahl; Steven Linton; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Psychological flexibility; Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; Cognitive Behaviour Therapy; Mindfulness; Vulvodynia; Vestibulodynia; vulvar pain; dyspareunia; Psychology; Psykologi;

    Abstract : Psychological processes are known to influence the development and impact of chronic pain. Moreover, psychological treatments have been shown to reduce the suffering that people with chronic pain experience. READ MORE

  5. 3. Psychological perspectives on fear of birth : heterogeneity, mechanisms and treatment

    Author : Elisabet Rondung; Örjan Sundin; Johanna Ekdahl; Gerhard Andersson; Mittuniversitetet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Although it is medically safe to give birth in most western countries, the vast majority of pregnant women experience some kind of anxiety, fear or worry in relation to their pregnancy or the upcoming childbirth. Most pregnant women find ways of coping with these issues but, for many, fear of birth is a significant source of distress during pregnancy, with negative consequences both when giving birth and in the postpartum period. READ MORE