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Showing 1 to 20 of 21 for “"Klínísk sálfræði"”.
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The role of appraisal in the development of posttraumatic stress disorder and social anxiety disorder
Difficult life experiences affect people in different ways. How people appraise such experiences can contribute to the onset and maintenance of emotional disorders, such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We explored the association between posttraumatic appraisal processes after experiencing …
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What are the symptoms : exploring depression, anxiety and concussion symptoms among Icelandic male athletes
The aim of the current study was to examine the frequency and severity of concussion-, depressive-, and anxiety symptoms based on concussion history, as well as to examine the association between those symptoms. Participants in the current study were 366 Icelandic male athletes, ages 18-45 (M = …
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Prevalence and potential predictors of burnout among healthcare workers at the psychiatric department of the National University Hospital of Iceland.
Kulnun er nýlegt hugtak sem hefur fengið aukna athygli undanfarna áratugi. Þrátt fyrir fjölda rannsókna er enn deilt um hvernig eigi að skilgreina hugtakið. Markmið þessarar rannsóknar er að kanna hvort persónuleikaeinkenni, ábyrgðarkennd (e. responsibility) og óhjálpleg fullkomnunarárátta (e. …
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Better sleep for teens in Reykjavík : effects of delaying school start on adolescent sleep
The recommended sleep duration for adolescence aged 14 - 17 years old is 8 - 10 hours each night. Studies have shown that Icelandic teens do not meet that recommendation. Multiple studies have shown that delaying school start times may increase sleep duration and well-being for adolescent students. …
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Mental health matters : a mixed-method exploration of attitudes towards psychological services within long-term care facilities
The population of adults aged 60 and older is increasing rapidly. As this demographic grows, so does the demand for care services. Older adults in Long-Term Care Facilities (LTCF) are particularly vulnerable, with 60.0% of residents in Iceland diagnosed with a mental health condition. Addressing …
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The effects of goal-cueing on state rumination and the role of trait rumination to athletic performance : an experimental study among competitive Icelandic golfers
Previous studies have suggested that cognitive processes such as rumination exist among athletes and can negatively impact performance. However, no studies have tested the causal links between rumination and performance outcomes in sports settings. This underscores a notable knowledge gap in the …
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Adherence to aspirin treatment during pregnancy
This study aimed to investigate treatment adherence to aspirin among Icelandic pregnant individuals and how well they understand the purpose of aspirin use. Also, explore knowledge of risk factors and identify factors contributing to inadequate adherence to aspirin. Preeclampsia is a …
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Safety-seeking behaviours and functional impairment in excessive worry and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a chronic condition with substantial functional impairment and high comorbidity with other mental disorders. GAD is the only anxiety disorder that does not have behavioural avoidance in its diagnostic criteria. Despite that, research has shown that GAD patients …
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The role of family accommodation in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety disorders : a preliminary evaluation of psychometric properties of the Icelandic translation of FAS, FASA, and FASA-CR
Family accommodation (FA) is recognized as an important factor in the maintenance of pediatric anxiety disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This study aimed to examine the psychometric properties of the Icelandic translations of the Family Accommodation Scale (FAS), the Family …
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The longitudinal and bidirectional association between irritability and depressive symptoms in Icelandic adolescents
Depressive symptoms and irritability in adolescence are common referrals for mental health services and major health problems. These psychiatric traits commonly co-occur; however, the nature of their relationship is poorly understood. This study aimed to examine the bidirectional and longitudinal …
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Clinical outcomes of brief Therapist Guided Parent led : Cognitive Behavioural Group Therapy (TGP-CBGT) for treatment of childhood anxiety problems in routine clinical care
Background: Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is an effective psychological treatment of childhood anxiety problems. However, access to CBT for childhood anxiety problems is poor. Brief Therapist Guided Parent-led group CBT (TGP-CBGT) might be an effective way to increase access to empirically …
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Sex education for children with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder
Sexual health is an essential part of general health and well-being. Research has shown that children with developmental disabilities, such as intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder, need more thorough sex education than their neurotypical peers. This pilot study evaluated a new sex …
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PTSD symptom clusters : the relationship with types of traumas and cognitive ability
Experiencing a major trauma can lead to psychological symptoms known as PTSD. Even though the prevalence of experiencing traumatic events is considered as high as70%, subsequently developing PTSD has been found to be lower than 10%. To understand this relationship studies have focused on various …
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Beyond words : qualitative study on survivors' experiences of the decision-making process of disclosing sexual violence on social media
Disclosure of sexual violence is crucial for survivors' well-being and recovery. In recent years a shift has emerged in disclosures of sexual violence, particularly in the context of the evolving role of social media and movements like #MeToo. While social media offers a platform for disclosure …
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From rupture to reconstruction : The lived experience of grief among family members bereaved by drug-related death
Drug-related death (DRD) can be a sudden and often stigmatized form of bereavement that can shape grief in many ways. This qualitative study aimed to explore how family members who have lost a loved one due to DRD experience grief and how they cope with the loss. A phenomenological approach was …
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Clinical evaluation of an Icelandic adaptation of Moving Forward : a post-treatment course offered to women who have completed treatment for breast cancer
With higher survival rates due to better screening and treatment options for breast cancer, the research into practical and suitable aftercare treatments for breast cancer survivors (BCS) has increased in recent decades. Many BCS feel insecure when their treatment finishes as they are not in …
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Emotional disorders within neurodevelopmental disorders : a comparison of Icelandic youth with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and/or autism spectrum disorder
Research on the clinical presentation of comorbid attention- deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) remains scarce due to the late recognition of co-diagnosis of these disorders. This study explored the presence of anxiety and depressive disorders among youth with …
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Early detection of autism in primary healthcare in Iceland : parental experience of the procedure and services provided for toddlers, following a positive screening
This exploratory study examined the characteristics of children, referred to the Counselling and Diagnostic Centre (Ráðgjafar og greiningarstöð; RGR) following an 18-month healthcare check-up if autism is suspected. A high-likelihood group of children who underwent this recently implemented …
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Insights into integrated treatment for dual diagnosis : a case study
Dual diagnosis of co-occurring substance use disorders (SUD) and psychotic disorders are highly prevalent, and associated with more severe psychotic symptoms, worse treatment outcome, and worse treatment compliance. Studies have shown that an integrated treatment approach using Motivational …
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The impact of comorbid anxiety disorders on bipolar disorder
Studies have suggested that comorbid anxiety disorders may have a negative impact on bipolar disorder. This study aimed to evaluate the possible effect of comorbid anxiety disorders on bipolar disorder among outpatients in Iceland by examining demographic variables, the course of illness, current …
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