Search for dissertations about: "MSPSS"

Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the word MSPSS.

  2. 1. Hirsutism and quality of life with aspects on social support, anxiety and depression

    Author : Maria Palmetun Ekbäck; Magnus Lindberg; Eva Benzein; Peter Engfeldt; Andrew Finlay; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; hirsutism; HRQoL; EQ-5D; DLQI; HADS; SF-36; MSPSS; Medicine; Medicin;

    Abstract : Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women. The prevalence is estimated at 5%. The aim of this thesis was to describe different aspects of how life is affected for women suffering from hirsutism. Both qualitative and quantitative methods were used. READ MORE

  4. 2. Effects of perinatal distress, satisfaction in partner relationship and social support on pregnancy and outcome of childbirth

    Author : Sigridur Sia Jonsdottir; Katarina Swahnberg; Margareta Larsson; Linnéuniversitetet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; perinatal distress; partner relationship; social support; pregnancy; sick leave certificates; childbirth; midwifery; self-reported scales; DASS; EPDS; DAS; MSPSS; Vårdvetenskap; Caring Science;

    Abstract : Aim: The aim of this thesis was to achieve a deeper understanding of the situation among women experiencing perinatal distress during pregnancy and childbirth and the effects that dissatisfaction in partner relationship and weak social support from family and friends could have on pregnancy and childbirth.Methods: Following screening for perinatal distress, 562 expecting mothers came for a semi-structured interview. READ MORE

  5. 3. Postpartum psychosis and social support in Uganda : the effect of family psychoeducation

    Author : Janet Nakigudde; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Adaptation;

    Abstract : Background: Postpartum psychosis is a rare but severe psychiatric condition that affects not only the mother but the whole family. The standard of care for this condition in Uganda is mainly medical treatment. READ MORE

  6. 4. Online support for informal carers of persons with heart failure : Focus on perceptions, development and experiences

    Author : Hanna Allemann; Ingela Thylén; Anna Strömberg; Maria Giovinazzo Brovall; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Informal carers; Heart failure; Online support; Co-design; Cross-sectional design; Qualitative design; Descriptive design; Anhöriga; Hjärtsvikt; Online-stöd; Co-design; Tvärsnittsdesign; Kvalitativ design; Deskriptiv design.;

    Abstract : Background: Heart failure (HF) is a common condition, and its prevalence is expected to increase. The illness trajectory is unpredictable, and its effects will include a potential impact on informal carers, i.e., family, friends, and significant others. READ MORE