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  1. 1. Evaluation of Non-invasive Treatment Options for Children and Adolescents with Pectus Carinatum : An Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction, Adherence and an Exploration of the Social and Psychological Impact of Non-invasive Treatment Options - A Systematic Review

    University essay from

    Author : Karin Pettersson; [2023]
    Keywords : pectus carinatum; non-invasive treatment; external bracing; patient satisfaction; adherence; bio-psycho-social model; systematic review;

    Abstract : This review aimed to evaluate orthotic treatments for children and adolescents with pectus carinatum, primarily focusing on patient satisfaction with the treatment. Secondary outcomes of interest were adherence and psychological and social factors following the treatment period. READ MORE

  2. 2. Impact of Covid-19 Response Strategies on the Rate of Change in Mortality in Europe During the First and Second Waves: A Retrospective Cohort Study

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Internationell mödra- och barnhälsovård (IMCH)

    Author : Nicole Quattrini; [2021]
    Keywords : global health; epidemiology; covid-19; sars-cov-2; non-pharmaceutical interventions;

    Abstract : The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has led to more than 3,000,000 deaths globally. During the first year of the pandemic, countries have focused their response strategies on non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) such as lockdowns and use of facial coverings. READ MORE

  3. 3. Exploring Coordination in a Multi-agency Partnership approach to Prevention of Gender-based violence in Zambia; Lessons from the Agencies' perception of the One-Stop center model of providing Coordinated psycho-social and medical support to the victims

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa och samhälle (HS)

    Author : Kasupa Chingumbe; [2018]
    Keywords : Gender Based Violence; Inter-agency Coordination; One-Stop-Center;

    Abstract : This study identifies factors that fosters and hinders coordination among key agencies operating in One-Stop Centers in Zambia such as the police, health and social welfare that provide coordinated medical, social and legal services to the victims of gender-based violence. This is a primary qualitative study in which data was collected using interviews from participants selected from the key agencies operating from five One-Stop Centers in Lusaka province of the Republic of Zambia. READ MORE

  4. 4. Cognitive & academic function after Traumatic Brain Injury in school aged children: Documen-tation within medical and school records on problems and recommended support : A Systematic Review

    University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/HLK, CHILD

    Author : Kudzai Ruhukwa; [2018]
    Keywords : systematic literature review; cognitive functioning; traumatic brain injury TBI ; medical records; school records;

    Abstract : Background: Childhood Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has been identified as a crucial public concern, causing interrup-tion in children’s cognitive development, sometimes resulting in permanent impairment or even death. Hence documen-tation in health and school records regarding their functioning or environmental restrictions post injury, seems vital for the facilitation of communication between a child’s systematic and ongoing environment. READ MORE

  5. 5. Through the parents' and educators' eyes: Play of preschool aged children in need of special support

    University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/HLK, CHILD

    Author : Katarina Celic; [2018]
    Keywords : ECEC; Croatia; Play; Children in need of special support; Parents; Educators; Play facilitators; Play barriers; Grounded theory;

    Abstract : Play is the primary activity of childhood. It is connected to other areas of child’s development, therefore through play, children improve skills and abilities. The most common categorization of play is into the developmental and social aspect of play. The highest level of play is achieved when the true social play occurs. READ MORE