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2. 1. EXPLORING MOTIVATIONAL MECHANISMS IN EXERCISE BEHAVIOUR : Applying Self-determination theory in a person-centred approach

   Author : Karin Anna Weman-Josefsson; Magnus Lindwall; Boo Johansson; Jesper Lundgren; Göteborgs universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; autonomy; competence; exercise; intervention; mediation; relatedness; autonomy; competence; exercise; intervention; mediation; relatedness;

   Abstract : Involvement in physical activity (PA) and exercise behaviour is multifaceted and depends on bidirectional correlations between multiple factors; one avenue to increase the understanding of sustainable exercise behaviours would be to employ a motivational perspective. In this thesis, this was done by placing the primary focus on Self-determination theory (SDT) as a person-centred approach to study the motivational mechanisms believed to impact exercise behaviour based on the SDT process model. READ MORE

4. 2. Adolescents' role in democratic "parenting"

   Author : Stefan Persson; Håkan Stattin; Margaret Kerr; Staffan Janson; Örebro universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; family democracy; adolescents; bidirecetional; siblings; family system; parenting; communication; Psychology; Psykologi; Psykologi; Psychology;

   Abstract : In research on family democracy there has been a tradition to focus on parents as leaders setting up the family climate. This dissertation challenged this perspective. Keeping with present day’s emphasis on bidirectionality between parents and children democratic family functioning was seen as jointly created by parents and youths. READ MORE

5. 3. An Inquiry into Satisfaction and Variations in User-Oriented Elderly Care

   Author : Petri Kajonius; Ali Kazemi; Åke Wahlin; Boo Johansson; Högskolan Väst; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Satisfaction; elderly; care quality; user-orientated care; Psychology; Psykologi; satisfaction elderly care quality user-orientated care;

   Abstract : The foundation for this thesis is an ongoing discussion about quality in Swedish elderly care: Which are the most important factors that contribute to elderly care in terms of satisfaction among older persons, and what are the primary reasons for their differences? Aims. The principal aim was to examine what determines satisfaction with elderly care in home care and nursing homes, using the perspective of older persons (Studies I and II). READ MORE

6. 4. A Workplace Prevention Program for Problem Gambling

   Author : Jonas Rafi; Per Carlbring; Petra Lindfors; Anders Håkansson; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; prevention; gambling; problem gambling; workplace; managers; longitudinal; randomized controlled trial; psykologi; Psychology;

   Abstract : Gambling is an activity that may involve harm for the gambler and others close to the gambler. Since workplaces may be negatively affected by employees who gamble during work or are at-risk problem gamblers, this setting has been proposed as a suitable arena for prevention. However, the potential effects of such initiatives have not been evaluated. READ MORE

7. 5. Preferential Processing: a factor with implications : Personality traits as explanatory factors

   Author : Mats Najström; Lennart Högman; Anders Flykt; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Preferential preattentive processing; trait anxiety; emotional vulnerability; SCR; Psychology; Psykologi; psykologi; Psychology;

   Abstract : Preferential processing favouring threatening information has received increased attention because cognitive formulations have placed increased emphasis on its role as a key cognitive factor underlying vulnerability to and maintenance of anxiety disorders. The present dissertation comprises four empirical studies within the area of preferential processing. READ MORE