Search for dissertations about: "clinical psychology"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 237 swedish dissertations containing the words clinical psychology.

  2. 16. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in the General Population

    Author : Örjan Frans; Mats Fredrikson; Hans Ågren; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Psychology; posttraumatic stress disorder; trauma; epidemiology; general population; prevalence; traffic road accidents; DSM-structure; positron emission tomography; regional cerebral blood flow; symptom provocation; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor; Psykologi; Psychology; Psykologi; klinisk psykologi; Clinical Psychology;

    Abstract : This thesis explored the epidemiology of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and different aspects of the disorder. Firstly, we investigated the lifetime prevalence of traumatic experiences and PTSD in the general adult population in Sweden and evaluated the impact of different trauma types, trauma frequency, and perceived distress. READ MORE

  4. 17. Eating disorders : Prevalence, incidence, and prospective risk factors for eating disorders among young adult women in the general population

    Author : Ata Ghaderi; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Psychology; Eating disorders; coping; risk factors; bulimia; anorexia; prevalence; incidence.; Psykologi; Psychology; Psykologi; klinisk psykologi; Clinical Psychology;

    Abstract : Eating disorders (ED) constitute a significant source of psychiatric morbidity and are an important public health concern in Western societies. Knowledge about risk factors for ED is crucial for early detection and implementation of preventive interventions. READ MORE

  5. 18. Children in the Holocaust : dealing with affects and memory images in trauma and generational linking

    Author : Suzanne Kaplan; Siv Boalt; Dori Laub; Stockholms universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Holocaust survivors; Psychic trauma; Förintelsen; Förintelsens överlevande; Psykiska trauman; SOCIAL SCIENCES;

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  6. 19. Musculoskeletal Pain and Return to Work : A Cognitive-Behavioral Perspective

    Author : Charlotta Marhold; Jan Lisspers; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Psychology; Back pain; cognitive-behavioral; multidisciplinary; musculoskeletal; neck pain; prediction; prevention; rehabilitation; return to work; shoulder pain; sick leave; treatment; Psykologi; Psychology; Psykologi; klinisk psykologi; Clinical Psychology;

    Abstract : Musculoskeltal pain is the most common diagnosis for being on sick leave two months or longer in Sweden. The societal costs have been estimated at almost 30 billion Swedish kronor per year. Research aimed at improving occupational rehabilitation is therefore crucial. READ MORE

  7. 20. Fears, anxieties and cognitive-behavioral treatment of specific phobias in youth

    Author : Lena Reuterskiöld; Lars-Göran Öst; C. Philip Kendall; Stockholms universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Specific phobia; one-session treatment; child anxiety; parenting; motivation; assessment; parent diagnoses; cognitive-behavioral therapy; Psychology; Psykologi; Clinical Psychology; klinisk psykologi;

    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