Search for dissertations about: "university dropout"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 14 swedish dissertations containing the words university dropout.

  2. 1. Alcohol Use and Stress in University Freshmen - A Comparative Intervention Study of Two Universities

    Author : Claes Andersson; Kliniskt Centrum för Hälsofrämjande Vård; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; university dropout; stress measurement; comparative design; intervention; stress; university freshmen students; alcohol;

    Abstract : Starting university is associated with major academic, personal and social opportunities. For many people, university entrance is also associated with increased stress and alcohol consumption. READ MORE

  4. 2. A health coaching self-management programme for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease : An explorative and interventional study

    Author : Lan Wang; Jan Mårtensson; Yue Zhao; Annette Nygårdh; Inger Ekman; Jönköping University; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease; Self-management; Health coaching;

    Abstract : Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a primary cause of chronic morbidity and mortality and contributes to an increased economic and social burden on patients and families. Self-management education as one non-pharmacological treatment approach is highlighted in guidelines. READ MORE

  5. 3. Psychometric aspects of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

    Author : Martin Ulander; Eva Svanborg; Anders Broström; Göran Kecklund; Linköpings universitet; []
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    Abstract : Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common chronic disorder consisting of episodes with impaired breathing due to obstruction of the upper airways. Treatment with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is a potentially effective treatment, but adherence is low. Several potential factors affecting adherence, e.g. READ MORE

  6. 4. Nickel allergy in a Swedish adolescent population and its relation to orthodontic treatment and lifestyle factors

    Author : Ronny Fors; Berndt Stenberg; Maurits Persson; Arne Hensten; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; adolescent; dental plaque; lifestyle; nickel; oral; orthodontic treatment; patch test; questionnaire; sensitisation; tolerance; Orthodontics; Ortodonti;

    Abstract : Nickel stands out as the main cause of contact allergy in both children and adults, which has given rise to concern and the introduction of regulations by official bodies. Today´s youths are frequently exposed to body piercing and orthodontic treatment. READ MORE

  7. 5. Periodontitis in adolescents : presence of Aggregatibacter species and interactions with the host

    Author : Mark Lindholm; Jan Oscarsson; Anders Johansson; Carola Höglund-Åberg; Eija Könönen; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans; Aggregatibacter aphrophilus; periodontitis; adolescents; OmpA; outer membrane vesicles; serum resistance; odontologi; Odontology;

    Abstract : Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans and Aggregatibacter aphrophilus are closely related gram-negative bacteria mainly found in the oral cavity. Periodontitis in adolescents is associated with the presence of A. actinomycetemcomitans, but not with the presence of A. aphrophilus. READ MORE