Essays about: "Umeå university"

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1. 6. Damned if you do, damned if you don't : How nonbinary students navigate identity in higher education

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Sociologiska institutionen

   Author : Amanda Berglund; [2023]
   Keywords : cisnormativity; nonbinary; nonbinary identities; non-binary; Sweden; higher education; microaggressions; gender minority stress;

   Abstract : The gender binary is a pervasive idea in society which suggests that there only exist two genders – man and woman. The wide array of differing gender identities would suggest otherwise. Identifying as nonbinary means that you reject the gender binary and identify somewhere between, in both, or beyond the binary. READ MORE

3. 7. STRONG EMOTIONS, A WEAKNESS OR STRENGTH?

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

   Author : Benjamin Sjögren; Kenny Olausson; [2023]
   Keywords : affect; anger; emotions; strength; hand dynamometer;

   Abstract : This experimental study investigated whether affective states influence physical strength. A sample of 32 university students participated in two interventions and one control condition. The interventions were a time-constrained puzzle and a guided, anger focused visualisation. READ MORE

4. 8. Remote Sensing of Cryospheric Surfaces : Small Scale Surface Roughness Signatures in Satellite Altimetry Data

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för fysik

   Author : Petter Ideström; [2023]
   Keywords : Remote sensing; Altimetry; Arctic; Cryosphere; ICESat-2; Cryosat-2; Svalbard;

   Abstract : The Arctic cryosphere is experiencing a higher rate of warming compared to the rest of the world due to Arctic amplification. As glacier elevation change provide reliable evidence of climate change it is routinely measured by satellite altimeters. READ MORE

5. 9. Age Differences and the Impact of Mental Imagery in a Method of Loci Training Task

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

   Author : Mari Wingård; [2023]
   Keywords : Mental imagery; memory enhancement; memory training; Method of Loci; age; age-related decline; aphantasia;

   Abstract : Gaining knowledge about methods of memory enhancement is important because it allows us to develop effective strategies and interventions to increase memory performance, optimize cognitive function, and potentially alleviate memory-related challenges such as age-related cognitive decline or memory disorders. This thesis aims to examine the influence of age on self-reported mental imagery (MI) experiences and investigate the potential effects of age and MI on memory training performance using the Method of Loci (MoL). READ MORE

6. 10. The relationships between attachment styles, perceived social support, and anxiety symptoms in university students

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

   Author : Noor Yassin; Ufuoma Francis Atele; [2023]
   Keywords : attachment style; perceived social support; symptoms of anxiety; symptoms of depression; university students; Anknytningsmönster; uppfattat socialt stöd; symtom på ångest; symtom på depression; universitetsstudenter;

   Abstract : The current study objective was to investigate the interrelationship between five attachment styles (need for approval, preoccupation, discomfort with closeness, relationship as secondary, and confidence), perceived social support from family and friends, and symptoms of anxiety and depression. A total of 133 university students at the Department of Psychology in Umeå University filled out a form with a perceived social support from family and friends questionnaire, a scale on symptoms of anxiety and depression, and an attachment style questionnaire. READ MORE