Search for dissertations about: "Psychology dissertation"
Showing result 11 - 15 of 221 swedish dissertations containing the words Psychology dissertation.
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11. The Development of Conduct Problems in Early Childhood : The Role of Psychopathic Traits and Psychopathic Personality
Abstract : Research has shown that children displaying conduct problems (CP) early in life are at greater risk for severe CP and other negative outcomes later in life. However, not all children with early-onset CP will develop severe CP over the life-course. READ MORE
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12. Fears, anxieties and cognitive-behavioral treatment of specific phobias in youth
Abstract : The present dissertation consists of three empirical studies on children and adolescents presenting with various specific phobias in Stockholm, Sweden and in Virginia, USA. The overall aim was to contribute to our understanding of childhood fears, anxiety and phobias and to evaluate the efficacy and portability of a one-session treatment of specific phobias in youth. READ MORE
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13. Predicting health behaviors and health outcomes during pregnancy : A biopsychosocial approach
Abstract : Pregnancy is a major health event. The biomedical perspective alone is unable to predict complications,particularly for nulliparous women. READ MORE
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14. Age-related cognitive decline and navigation in electronic environments
Abstract : The older population is increasing, as is life expectancy. Technical devices are becoming more widespread and used for many everyday tasks. Knowledge about new technology is important to remain as an active and independent part of the society. READ MORE
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15. At first blush : the impact of shyness on early adolescents' social worlds
Abstract : Shyness as a behavioral characteristic has been in focus of research in psychology for a number of decades. Adolescent shyness has, however, been relatively overlooked compared with studies conducted on children and adults. READ MORE