Search for dissertations about: "behavioural type"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 87 swedish dissertations containing the words behavioural type.
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1. Neuromolecular and behavioural profile of teleosts : - effects of boldness, agonistic behaviour and reproductive status
Abstract : This thesis investigates if boldness is reflected in the function of brain histaminergic system in zebrafish (Danio rerio). Moreover, behavioural differences in AB line, spiegeldanio (spd) line and wild caught strain of zebrafish have also been explored apart from the winner-loser effect in AB and spd fish. READ MORE
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2. Health Promotion in Diabetes Care : Studies on Adult Type 1 Diabetes Patients
Abstract : Introduction: A landmark report has shown that improving glycaemic control among type 1 diabetes patients markedly reduces diabetes-related complications. In clinical practice, however, many patients have problems in adhering to the treatment, and thus remain in poor glycaemic control. READ MORE
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3. The relationship between personality and social dominance in the domestic fowl – a critical perspective
Abstract : Social dominance relationships are formed within numerous animal species and reduce costly fights over resources. Dominant individuals often enjoy greater access to important resources such as food and mating partners, and are generally more aggressive, bold, active and explorative compared to subdominant individuals. READ MORE
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4. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia : How, for Whom and What about Acceptance?
Abstract : Sleep is essential for survival but a significant minority of the adult population are dissatisfied with their sleep, and 6-10% meet the criteria for insomnia disorder, characterised by difficulties falling asleep at bedtime, waking up in the middle of the night or too early in the morning, and daytime symptoms. Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), an evidence-based sleep-focused intervention, has been suggested as the treatment of choice for chronic insomnia. READ MORE
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5. Behavioural Profiles Underlying Exprssions on Affective Personality
Abstract : The present thesis examined the degree to which affective personality characteristics, as reflected by the four types, “Self-fulfilling”, “Low-affective”, “High affective” and “Self-destructive”, may relate to different personality characteristics and various health aspects. An overall goal was to shed some light on the implication that possible differences between male and female participants’ psychological health profiles require consideration. READ MORE