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Sociale medier, unge og psykiatriens udfordringer : En kvalitativ studie
No full textDenne bacheloropgave undersøger, hvordan psykologer og psykiatere oplever, at sociale medier påvirker unges forståelse af mentale lidelser, deres forventninger til behandling samt de kliniske og etiske udfordringer, der opstår i denne kontekst. Gennem kvalitative interviews med fagpersoner belyses, hvordan sociale medier både kan fungere som oplysningskanal og som kilde til forenklede eller fejlagtige sygdomsfortællinger.Resultaterne viser, at mange unge møder op i behandling med selvdiagnoser baseret på indhold fra platforme som TikTok og Instagram. Disse diagnoser er ikke altid i overensstemmelse med kliniske kriterier, men kan have stor betydning for den unges identitet og sociale tilhørsforhold. Fagpersonerne beskriver derfor en dobbelt opgave: at anerkende de unges oplevelse og samtidig sikre en faglig, evidensbaseret vurdering.Undersøgelsen konkluderer, at sociale medier spiller en dobbeltrolle i unges mentale sundhed og understreger behovet for strategier, der både adresserer faglig præcision og den sociale funktion, digitale narrativer kan have. Opgaven bidrager med et klinisk perspektiv på et område, hvor digitale kulturer i stigende grad præger behandlingsrelationen. ne
Nordic Diet vs Western Diet : A Comparative Study on Health Outcomes and Sustainability Metrics
No full textBoth the Nordic and Western diets are investigated in this research, with a focus on environmental sustainability and their impacts on health. The present paper underlines the increasing requirement for resilience and health promoting food mechanisms by looking into the impact of eating habits on the probability of long-term illness, while contributing to environmental degradation. A qualitative approach as well as an extensive examination of various scholarly articles has been employed in this research paper in order to analyse the essential components of both diets such as dietary information, food availability and lifestyle association.As per some research by scholars, the Nordic diet, which contains a great deal of whole grain products such as root veggies, fruits, fatty seafood and low-fat milk enhances weight management, heart function and memory retention. It additionally has a lower ecological impact since it concentrates on the utilisation of regionally produced and seasonal ingredients. On the other hand, the Western diet has been defined by an extensive intake of processed goods, added sugar and animal products, all of which enhance the probability of various coronary artery disease, diabetes and obesity, while also creating a greater strain on the natural world.As per the findings of this paper, the Nordic diet gives a sustainable basis for more eco-friendly and nutritious dietary patterns. It also underscores the importance of implementing durability and nutrition in eating habits while fostering global campaigns then striving towards more sustainable food choices. Therefore, this research paper extends a border discussion on the use of dietary choices to maintain equilibrium between human health and the betterment of the world
Materialval för effektiv hantering av gummiblandningar vid bearbetning
No full textThe thesis was carried out in collaboration with AB Halmstad Gummifabrik. The aim ofthis thesis was to identify a suitable material for the bottom plate of a container used forhandling rubber. The goal was to reduce the need for cleaning, minimize downtime andthereby increase efficiency of the process. At the same time the material had to meetcurrent environmental requirements and must therefore be free from PFAS.The thesis began with a literature review, which formed the basis for selecting sevenmaterial plates. The materials and coatings that were included: two polymers, twoceramic coatings, one diamond-like carbon coating, one combination of metal anddiamond-like carbon coating and the plate currently in use.Two experiments were done, a tilting plane to determine the coefficient of friction, anda pull test to measure the force required to separate the rubber from the material plate.Both tests were done at two different temperatures.The results showed that several materials exhibited such high adhesion that sliding didnot occur in the tilting plane experiment, which meant that the coefficient of frictioncould not be calculated as intended. Based on the measurable angles a comparisonbetween the materials was still possible. Material plate 3 (ceramic coating) performedbest according to the available results. It also showed the best performance in the pulltest. Material plate 3 was therefore assessed to be the most suitable alternative in thisthesis.Keywords: Friction, Adhesion, Rubber, Low-Friction Materials and Low-FrictionCoatings
Enhancing Sustainability in Apple Farming in Jammu and Kashmir : An Analysis of Agricultural Innovation Adoption.
No full textThe thesis investigates the factors influencing the adoption of agricultural innovations in apple farming in Jammu and Kashmir from the perspectives of technological, organisational, and environmental dimensions. Using the Agricultural Systems of Innovation (ASI) Theory, Technology-Organisation-Environment (TOE) framework, and Institutional Theory, the study examines barriers like high costs, technical complexity, absence of infrastructure, and sociocultural resistance In terms of adoption, qualitative data were collected through 10 newly conducted semi-structured interviews (5 farmers and 5 agricultural officers). These interviews replaced a previous set of 15, following changes in the theoretical framework and interview design. where farmers are good at adopting, they have access to credit, training, and to a policy that is efficient enough to sustain and maintain agriculture. The paper contributes to theory by merging several frameworks to better explain the adoption of innovation and offers practical advice to policymakers, which includes subsidising entrepreneurship, infrastructure development, and gender inclusive extension services. Beyond analysis, this study innovates by proposing context-specific, technology-enabled interventions, such as an efficient system for improving agricultural processes and gender-responsive training models, to systemically enhance sustainability and competitiveness. In future research, context-specific interventions could help to improve sustainability in apple farming in the region. Thus, the results call for stakeholder collaborations to create an enabling environment for the adoption of innovation.
Patients´experiences of living with rheumatoid arthritis : A general literature study
No full textBakgrund: Reumatoid artrit (RA) är en kronisk autoimmun sjukdom som orsakar ledförstörelse och symptom som smärta, svullnad, stelhet, fatigue och begränsad rörlighet. Syfte: Syftet med studien var att beskriva patienters erfarenheter av att leva med reumatoid artrit. Metod: Metoden var en allmän litteraturstudie som grundades på 11 resultatartiklar där 10 var kvalitativa artiklar och en resultatartikel var en mix-metod. Resultat: Resultatet mynnade ut i tre kategorier: Fysiska begränsningar i vardagen, psykiska och emotionella utmaningar och social isolering och relationer. Konklusion: För patienter som lever med RA är lidande en del av vardagen i form av fysiska begränsningar som kan innebära oförmåga att utföra dagliga aktiviteter. Begränsningar har även en påverkan på det psykiska måendet som uppkommer genom förlorad självständighet och negativa känslor. Sjukdomen har även en påverkan på det sociala livet och kan resultera i isolering. Studien bidrar till mer lättillgänglig kunskap om hur sjukdomen påverkar patienter som lever med RA, vilket kan bidra till bättre förståelse i bemötandet av patienterna och en mer personcentrerad omvårdnad.Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease, which causes joint destruction and symptoms such as pain, swelling, stiffness, fatigue and limited mobility. Purpose: The purpose of the study was to describe patients’ experiences of living with rheumatoid arthritis. Method: The method was a general literature study based on 11 result articles, 10 of which were qualitative, and one result article was mixed method. Results: The results were divided into three categories: Physical limitations in everyday life, psychological and emotional challenges, and social isolation and relationships. Conclusion: For patients living with RA, suffering is a part of everyday life. For instance, in the form of physical limitations, which can include an inability to perform daily activities. The limitations can also have an impact on their psychological well-being, which is experienced through loss of independence and negative emotions. RA also has an impact on social life and could result in isolation. The study contributes to a more accessible knowledge regarding how the disease can impact the patients who are affected by RA. This study can also contribute to a better understanding in the encounter with the patient and the use of a more person-centered care
The role of the school nurse in reducing screen time and promoting physical activity in school children and adolescents : A systematic literature study
No full textInledning: Barn och ungdomars ökade skärmtid utgör en växande folkhälsoutmaning och har kopplats till stillasittande, sömnstörningar, stress och psykisk ohälsa. Samtidigt är fysisk aktivitet avgörande för både fysisk och psykisk hälsa. Skolan är en central arena för hälsofrämjande arbete, där skolsköterskan har en viktig roll i att stödja skolbarn och ungdomar mot hälsosamma levnadsvanor. Syftet med denna systematiska litteraturöversikt var att kartlägga och analysera hur skolsköterskan arbetar hälsofrämjande för att minska skolbarn och ungdomars skärmtid och främja fysisk aktivitet. Metod: Studien genomfördes som en systematisk litteraturöversikt. Sökningar utfördes i databaserna PubMed, CINAHL och PsycINFO med avgränsningen 2014–2024 och en PEO-baserad sökstrategi. Efter screening och kvalitetsgranskning inkluderades tolv artiklar som analyserades med en induktiv, narrativ syntes. Resultaten identifierade sex huvudteman: skolsköterskans roll, skolbaserade interventioner, minskad skärmtid, tvärprofessionellt samarbete, effekter på hälsa och beteenden, samt utmaningar och behov av riktlinjer. Konklusion/implikation: Skolsköterskan är en nyckelaktör i det hälsofrämjande arbetet. Genom nationella riktlinjer, strukturerat stöd och kontinuerlig kompetensutveckling kan insatser för minskad skärmtid och ökad fysisk aktivitet bli mer evidensbaserade och jämlika.Introduction: The increasing screen time among children and adolescents represents agrowing public health challenge and has been associated with sedentary behavior, sleepdisturbances, stress, and mental health problems. At the same time, physical activity isessential for both physical and psychological well-being. The school setting is a keyarena for health promotion, where the school nurse plays an important role insupporting students toward healthy lifestyle habits. The aim of this systematic literaturereview was to map and analyze how school nurses work to reduce screen time andpromote physical activity among school-aged children. Method: The study wasconducted as a systematic literature review. Searches were performed in the databasesPubMed, CINAHL, and PsycINFO, limited to the years 2014–2024, using a PEO-basedsearch strategy. After screening and quality assessment, twelve articles were includedand analyzed through an inductive narrative synthesis. Results: Six main themes wereidentified: the school nurse’s role, school-based interventions, screen time reduction,interprofessional collaboration, health and behavioral outcomes, and challenges andneeds for guidelines. Conclusion/Implications: The school nurse is a key actor inhealth promotion. National guidelines, structured support, and continuous professionaldevelopment can strengthen evidence-based and equitable interventions to reducescreen time and increase physical activity among students
Women’s experiences of being treated during pain assessment in healthcare : A literature review
No full textBakgrund: Tidigare forskning visar att kvinnor ibland får mindre adekvat behandling och förblir oftare odiagnostiserade än män, vilket kan leda till ojämlik vård. Smärtbedömning är en central del i sjuksköterskans profession och avgörande för att säkerställa adekvat vård. Syfte: Syftet var att beskriva kvinnors upplevelser av bemötande vid smärtbedömning i hälso- och sjukvården. Metod: Studien genomfördes som en allmän litteraturstudie baserad på 10 vetenskapliga artiklar med kvalitativ, kvantitativ och mixad metodansats. Artiklarna identifierades utifrån tre olika databaser och kvalitetsgranskades. Dataanalysen utfördes utifrån en modell med tre steg. Resultat: Kvinnor upplevde ofta misstro, bristande empati samt avfärdande i samband med smärtbedömning, vilket skapande frustation och känslan av maktlöshet. Kvinnorna upplevde även ofta ett bristande helhetsperspektiv i form av att de inte blev uppmärksammade och att fokus lades på antingen psykiska eller fysiska faktorer. Det resulterande i försämrad tillit till vården och i vissa fall att vidare vård aldrig söktes. Det förekom även beskrivningar av positiva bemötanden. Konklusion: Kvinnors smärta blev ofta förminskad eller avfärdad och de upplevde ofta stigmatiserande bemötanden vid smärtbedömning. Tilliten till vården ökade när vårdpersonalen bemötte kvinnorna respektfullt och empatiskt. Ökad kunskap och utbildning om genus och bemötande behövs för att förbättra vårdkvaliteten. Background: Previous research shows that women sometimes get less adequate treatment and often remain undiagnosed compared to men. This can result in unequal health care. Pain assessment is a central part of the nursing profession and is crucial to ensure adequate health care. Aim: To describe women´s experiences of being treated during pain assessment in health care. Method: The study was conducted as a literature review based on 10 scientific articles with qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods. The articles were picked from three databases and were quality assessed. The data analysis was based on a model of three steps. Results: The women experienced mistrust, lack of empathy and dismissiveness in relation to pain assessment which created feelings of frustration and powerlessness. They also experienced a lack of a holistic perspective, they were not listened to, and the focus was either on psychological or physical factors. This resulted in diminished trust, and some never sought further care. Descriptions of positive encounters were found. Conclusion: The pain of women were often diminished or dismissed and they often experienced stigmatizing treatment during pain assessment. The trust for healthcare increased when the healthcare professionals treated the women with respect and empathy. A person-centered and gender-aware approach is crucial to obtaining equal health care.
“Someday it will be better again” : upper-secondary student athletes’ experiences of schoolwork and sport 7 and 14 months after the COVID-19 outbreak
No full textGlobally, educational systems were thoroughly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Upper-secondary students were faced with school closures and distance education. For student-athletes, the COVID-19 pandemic, besides academic stress, also contributed to sports-related stress. In this paper, we explore upper-secondary school student athletes’ experiences of schoolwork and sport during two phases of the pandemic. A qualitative research design was used, and 53 student-athletes participated in focus group interviews. Three themes appeared: Struggling to cope with the new life situation, Reevaluating and longing for social life, and Speeding up the transition to adulthood. The themes were elucidated from temporal perspectives. The students experienced challenges in handling school, sports, and social life, but they also experienced opportunities for personal development. Student-athletes are a common responsibility between schools and sports, and, based on the results, schools and sports in collaboration need to increase readiness for action when major societal challenges, such as pandemics, occur. © 2023 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group
Beyond performance and potential in talent management : exploringthe impact of mobilityon talent designation
No full textPurpose – The purpose of this paper isto contribute to a grounded understanding of how mobility impactstalentdesignation and with what consequences. Design/methodology/approach – An exploratory qualitative case study was conducted of a global medicaltechnology corporation, based on interviews with HR managers, line managers and non-managerial employees. Findings – The findings illustrate that mobility plays a significant role in how employees are assigned talentstatus, and that mobility manifests and impacts talent designation through two types – geographical and lateralmobility. Mobility is not determined based on abilities and competencies, but rather on an employee’s overallpersonal situation, including age, family status and relationship status. Two main practices emerged throughwhich these determinants were decided: direct questioning and guesswork. The consequences that follow arethat individuals are left with little room to influence their own talent situation, and that there is a risk ofdiscriminatory and exclusionary consequences arising. Originality/value – The study makes two main contributions. First, it provides a more nuanced understandingof how talent designation unfolds in practice, showing that performance and potential alone cannot explain theprocess and emphasizing the consequential role of mobility. Second, it contributes with knowledge about theconsequences of basing talent designation heavily on mobility. Individual employees are left with significantlyless room for enacting agency and playing active roles in relation to TM than has been suggested. Added to thisare the potential discriminatory and exclusionary consequences
Internets informella påverkan på mellanstadieelevers engelskkunskaper : Hur engelskan på internet och sociala medier påverkar elevers språkutveckling
No full textI denna litteraturstudie sammanställdes och kritiskt granskades relevant forskning gällande internets och sociala mediers påverkan på mellanstadieelevers engelska språkinlärning. Kunskapsöversiktens forskningsunderlag har bestått av artiklar innehållande studier gällande elever som går i årskurserna 4–6. Dessa studier har undersökt hur den engelskundervisning som ges i skolan påverkas av den engelska som eleverna exponeras för på fritiden genom internet och sociala medier. Syftet med kunskapsöversikten var att granska befintlig forskning för att belysa hur extramurala aktiviteter, det vill säga informellt lärande som tar plats utanför skolan, påverkat mellanstadieelevernas språkutveckling. Frågeställningen som legat till grund för denna litteraturstudie och som besvarades var: Vad säger befintlig forskning om hur mellanstadieelevers informella engelskanvändning via internet påverkar deras formella engelskinlärning via undervisning i klassrummet? Resultatet av den sammanställning och analys som gjorts av tidigare forskning kring hur internetanvändning och sociala medier påverkar elevers engelska språkinlärning i skolan visade att det finns en påverkan, med både positiva och negativa aspekter. Något som kunde bekräftas var att elever som använde sig av engelska på dessa informella plattformar hade en ökad motivation till att lära sig mer engelska, dock fanns det risker för att elever tar till sig ett oartigt och informellt språkbruk som inte stämmer överens med det språkbruk som skolan lär ut. Det fanns inte mycket forskning kring hur lärare för just årskurs 4–6 använder sig i sin undervisning av de internet-aktiviteter och sociala medier som eleverna exponeras för och nyttjar på sin fritid. Det finns därför möjligheter att forska vidare i den riktningen.