Search for dissertations about: "well-being"

Showing result 26 - 30 of 913 swedish dissertations containing the word well-being.

  2. 26. Conceptualizing and Measuring Well-Being Using Statistical Semantics and Numerical Rating Scales

    Author : Oscar Kjell; Institutionen för psykologi; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Well-being; Latent semantic analysis; Statistical semantics; Satisfaction with life; Harmony in life; Välbefinnande; Harmoni i livet; Tillfredsställelse med livet; Statistisk semantik; Latent semantisk analys;

    Abstract : How to define and measure individuals’ well-being is important, as this has an impact on both research and society at large. This thesis concerns how to define and measure the self-reported well-being of individuals, which involves both theorizing as well as developing and applying empirical and statistical methods in order to gain a better understanding of well-being. READ MORE

  4. 27. Mapping social-ecological systems and human well-being : A spatial exploration of the links between people and the environment in South Africa

    Author : Maike Hamann; Reinette Biggs; Gretchen Daily; Stockholms universitet; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Social-ecological; systems; ecosystem services; bundles; human well-being; mapping; South Africa; vetenskap om hållbar utveckling; Sustainability Science;

    Abstract : It has become increasingly clear that dealing with present day environmental crises requires a holistic view that takes into account the interactions of social and ecological factors across multiple spatial and temporal scales. An example of where this new paradigm is being operationalized is the study of social-ecological systems. READ MORE

  5. 28. Well-being Processes : Insights into Personal Growth and Adolescent Mental Health

    Author : Mia Maurer; Institutionen för psykologi; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Personal Growth; Well-being; Adolescent; Mental health; positive psychology; organismic valuing process; personligt växande; välbefinnande; ungdomar; psykisk hälsa; Positiv psykologi; organismic valuing process;

    Abstract : This thesis follows two main lines of inquiry into well-being processes: 1) atheoretical exploration of personal growth, defined as the gradual growth of wellbeing, and 2) an empirical exploration of students’ mental health profiles and sense of self. Altogether five studies are included in the thesis, two of which follow thefirst line of inquiry (articles I and II) and three of which follow the second (articlesIII, IV, and V). READ MORE

  6. 29. Exploring Strategies and Challenges to Improve Well-Being of Software Engineers

    Author : Cristina Martinez Montes; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Neuroplasticity; Well-being; Resilience; Individual sustainability; Computer workers;

    Abstract : Context: Computer professionals, such as software developers, frequently experience stress due to numerous deadlines and the pressure to deliver. Their education should equip them with strategies to maintain long-term well-being and counteract the detrimental impacts of stress. READ MORE

  7. 30. Return to work after long-term sick leave for common mental disorders : Women’s beliefs, intentions, health and psychological well-being

    Author : Åsa Hedlund; Annika Nilsson; Elisabeth Björk Brämberg; Högskolan i Gävle; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Beliefs; Common mental disorders; First-line managers; Health; Intentions; Long-term sick leave; Psychological well-being; Return to work; Women; Föreställningar; Första linjens chefer; Hälsa; Intention; Kvinnor; Långtidssjukskrivning; Psykisk ohälsa; Psykiskt välbefinnande; Återgång till arbete; Inkluderande arbetsliv; Inkluderande arbetsliv;

    Abstract : Background: Long-term sick leaves due to common mental disorders (CMDs)are common in Sweden today, especially among women. Return-to-work (RTW) support usually includes work-related factors and treatment for the CMD. Despite this, the way back to work is often long with an increased risk of relapse into sick leave afterwards. READ MORE