Essays about: "depression"

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1. 16. Resting-state Functional Connectivity in Anhedonia: Exploring the Effects of Pramipexole

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

   Author : Frida Smids; [2023]
   Keywords : Anhedonia; Depression; Reward; Pramipexole; Resting-state; Functional Connectivity; Nucleus Accumbens; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Pramipexole is a medication that normalises dopamine signalling in the brain. Previous studies have suggested that pramipexole is an effective treatment option for depression and anhedonia because it targets the dopaminergic pathways within the brain’s reward network. READ MORE

3. 17. Ethical Limbo and Enhanced Informed Consent in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy : Identifying New Challenges and Ethical Dimensions

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Avdelningen för filosofi och tillämpad etik

   Author : Rawad Yonus; [2023]
   Keywords : classic psychedelics; psychedelic experience; mystical experience; biomedical ethics; informed consent;

   Abstract : Human cultures have used classic psychedelics for healing purposes for millennia, emphasizing their subjective effects. In the 21st century, research has been revived to investigate the therapeutic effects of these substances. READ MORE

4. 18. Economic Implications of Improving Access to Psychotherapy in Germany: Advantages and Policy Recommendations

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

   Author : Girum Samson; [2023]
   Keywords : Mental health economics; Healthcare expenditure; Cost-benefit analysis; Psychotherapy; Germany;

   Abstract : This thesis aims to provide a cost-benefit assessment of mental health treatment in Germany, focusing specifically on the example of the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders with psychological therapy. Through an extensive literature review of relevant international literature and secondary data, relevant factors to consider for the calculation of the cost-benefit of mental health treatments are identified. READ MORE

5. 19. Exploring the Role of Virtual Companions in Alleviating Loneliness Among Young Adults

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för informationsteknologi

   Author : Mette Borvén; [2023]
   Keywords : AI companion; Mental health; Loneliness; Young adults and AI based intervention;

   Abstract : Loneliness among young adults has risen over the past years and today around 62% ofyoung adults say they have been or are negatively affected by it (Stickley & Koyangi, 2016). Thiscan lead to depression, anxiety but in the worst case addiction, self-harming or suicidal thoughts. READ MORE

6. 20. STUDENT-LED STRESS- AND SLEEP-INTERVENTIONS : Longitudinal changes in mental health symptoms for primary care patients

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

   Author : Johanna Törnström; [2023]
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   Abstract : Mental health issues are a growing problem, and vast contributors are stress-related mental health issues and sleep problems. The health care system is struggling to adjust, and to calibrate the right interventions to the right patients at the right time. READ MORE