Search for dissertations about: "women s religious practice"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the words women s religious practice.

2. 1. Cultural explanatory model of depression among Iranian women in three ethnic groups (Fars, Kurds and Turks)

   Author : Masoumeh Dejman; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Women; depression; explanatory model; ethnic group; qualitative method;

   Abstract : Background: As one of the most prevalent diseases globally and as an important cause of disability, depressive disorders are responsible for as many as one in every five visits to primary care. However, the true figures are unknown, as many do not seek help or know how to access help. READ MORE

4. 2. Fertility and HIV infection : fertility decision-making challenges of mutually- disclosed discordant couples and young people

   Author : Jolly Beyeza-Kashesya; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Young people; HIV-infected; HIV discordant couples; Fertility decision-making; Uganda;

   Abstract : Background: Sexuality and reproduction in mature generalised HIV epidemics pose significant dilemma to both HIV infected and negative people. Sexually active young people and HIV serodiscordant couples are faced with difficult decision-making about procreation and HIV transmission. READ MORE

5. 3. The miswak (chewing stick) and oral health : studies on oral hygiene practices of urban Saudi Arabians

   Author : Meshari Al-Otaibi; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Chewing stick; DNA probe; miswak; oral hygiene; oral microbiota; Salvadora persica; subgingival plaque; Saudi Arabia;

   Abstract : The miswak, a traditional chewing stick for cleaning teeth, is made from the plant Salvadora persica. For religious and cultural reasons, miswak use is firmly established and widespread in Saudi Arabia and most other Muslim countries. Only recently has scientific evaluation of the miswak been undertaken. READ MORE