Essays about: "Socioeconomic status"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 156 essays containing the words Socioeconomic status.

  1. 1. Unraveling the Complexities of Energy Poverty in Germany- A Comparative Analysis of Determinants, Dynamics, and Indicators

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Freya Leverenz; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Energy poverty; Dynamic random effects probit; Survival analysis; Capability approach;

    Abstract : This master thesis investigates the determinants and dynamics of energy poverty in Germany based on different calculation methods. Using a dynamic random-effects probit model, socioeconomic factors associated with a household’s risk of experiencing energy poverty are identified. READ MORE

  3. 2. DOES RESOURCE DEPENDENCE MATTER? A consideration of artisanal fishing in the relationship between democracy and marine health

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Mercedes del Signo del Rio; [2023-06-20]
    Keywords : democracy; fisheries; resource dependence; artisanal fishing;

    Abstract : This paper examines the interplay between democracy, artisanal fishing, dependence on marine resources, and the health of marine ecosystems. The focus on artisanal fishing opportunities examines how local organization can affect the status of fisheries. READ MORE

  4. 3. Factors associated with male youth’s utilization of youth clinics –A cross-sectional study in southern Sweden

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialmedicin och global hälsa

    Author : Stella Hedlund; [2023]
    Keywords : sexual and reproductive health; mental health; male youth; youth friendly services; health-seeking behaviour; utilization; Sweden; Medicine and Health Sciences;

    Abstract : Background: Sweden has a long-standing tradition of youth-friendly services focusing on sexual, reproductive and mental health. Currently, they are mainly targeting and being used by girls and young women. READ MORE

  5. 4. Problematic social media use and self-rated health among Swedish adolescents : Is the association moderated by perceived familial social support?

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för folkhälsovetenskap

    Author : Åsa Ledel; [2023]
    Keywords : Adolescents; perceived familial social support; HBSC survey; SRH; Sweden; problematic social media use; ungdomar; upplevt föräldrastöd; HBSC; självuppskattad hälsa; Sverige; problematisk sociala medier användning;

    Abstract : The purpose of this study was to explore the association between problematic social media use (PSMU) and self-rated health (SRH) among Swedish adolescent boys and girls, and additionally to examine whether perceived familial social support buffers against poor health in the same association. The study was based on the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) survey from 2017/2018. READ MORE

  6. 5. Socioeconomic status and preferences for income inequality: A quantitative study using the International Social Survey Program Data

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Aude Elisabeth Marguerite Carreau; [2023]
    Keywords : preferences; income inequality; socioeconomic status; meritocracy; social mobility; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : People's preferences for income inequality vary, and this research investigates the influence of socioeconomic status on these preferences. Drawing on a structural position theory that considers individuals’ self-interest and rationality to be driven by their socioeconomic status, this paper examines the extent to which socioeconomic status affects the likelihood of accepting income inequality. READ MORE