Search for dissertations about: "physiological characteristics"
Showing result 21 - 25 of 180 swedish dissertations containing the words physiological characteristics.
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21. Hoarseness in ten-year-old children : perceptual characteristics, prevalence and etiology
Abstract : The aim of the present investigation was to explore the occurrence of and factors related to hoarseness in ten- year-old children. In order to establish the prevalence of hoarseness in a group of normal children, a method to distinguish atypical from normal voices was introduced and the perceptual characteristics of hoarseness were identified. READ MORE
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22. Women with alcohol problems seeking treatment : underlying individual and psychosocial characteristics
Abstract : The consequences of hazardous or harmful alcohol use are both physiological and psychosocial and seem to occur earlier in the use of alcohol for women as compared to men. Seeking treatment for alcohol problems means crossing a threshold; this is especially the case for women who perceive that having an alcohol problem is not compatible with female gender expectations. READ MORE
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23. Physiological and biochemical aspects of vegetable processing. A case study on carrots
Abstract : The aim of the present study was to enhance our understanding of vegetables as living organisms, interacting dynamically with the environment, and to explore the possible influence of metabolic changes on subsequent processing operations. Growing conditions, harvesting and handling in the packing house and storage conditions are key events leading to a defined “physiological status” of the vegetable that is going to be consumed as a fresh product or a processed product. READ MORE
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24. The rapid response system : effects of early identification and treatment of physiological instability
Abstract : Adverse events occur to hospital patients, with potentially fatal consequences. Unfortunately, preceding warning signs are not always recognized and acted upon correctly. There exists a mismatch between patients’ needs and the resources available in general wards. READ MORE
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25. Physical and psychological characteristics in adolescence and risk of gastrointestinal disease in adulthood
Abstract : Background and objectives: Physical fitness and stress resilience may influence the risk of gastrointestinal (GI) disease. High physical fitness level may reduce levels of systemic inflammation while psychosocial stress exposure can increase inflammation levels and intestinal permeability. READ MORE