NORCE Helse og samfunn: Recent submissions
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What do you want theory for? - A pragmatic analysis of the roles of “theory” in agent-based modelling
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)There has been some discussion about agent-based modelling (ABM) and theory, particularly how ABM might facilitate theory building. However, there is confusion about the different ways they could relate and some scepticism ... -
Hva lærer studentene om CRPD?
(Research report, 2023)Denne kartleggingen gir en gjennomgang av om, og i så fall hvordan, fire utvalgte profesjonsstudier ved UiA tematiserer konvensjonen for personer med nedsatt funksjonsevne (CRPD) i undervisningen. Hovedfunnet i kartleggingen ... -
Utilization of Norwegian crisis shelters before and during the COVID-19 pandemic
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background: The measures introduced to control the COVID-19 pandemic, including lockdowns and physical distancing, exerted considerable influence on society. Objectives: The aims of this study were to examine (1) the ... -
Coal phase-out pledges follow peak coal: evidence from 60 years of growth and decline in coal power capacity worldwide
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Transitioning to net-zero carbon emissions requires phasing-out unabated coal power; however, recently it has only been declining in some countries, while it stagnated or even increased in others. Where and under what ... -
Primary care doctors in acute call-outs to severe trauma incidents in Norway–associations with factors related to patients and doctors
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Objective Severe trauma patients need immediate prehospital intervention and transfer to a specialised trauma hospital. In Norway, primary care doctors (PCDs) are an integrated part of the prehospital trauma care. The aim ... -
The association between municipal pandemic response and COVID‑19 contacts to emergency primary health care services: an observational study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background Norwegian municipalities had diverse strategies for handling tasks related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The emergency primary health care services were involved to different extents. The aim of this study was to ... -
Resultater fra utforskning av Dolley trallen ved UNN - NFR FORREGION prosjekt 333752
(Research report, 2023)Innovasjonsprosjektet «Utvikling, testing og tilpasning av Dolley» omhandler utforskning av en tralle til oppbevaring av pasientenes personlige eiendeler og håndbagasje for enkel håndtering og forflytning på sykehus og/eller ... -
Trends in physical health complaints among adolescents from 2014 – 2019: Considering screen time, social media use, and physical activity
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)The rising rates of physical and mental health complaints among adolescents observed in many countries have coincided with an increased time spent on screen-based devices, including social media use. We sought to document ... -
Decision making in child protection emergency cases in Norway
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background Research on decision-making factors in child protection emergency cases is scarce, and even less is known about factors that can avert emergency placement. Objective This study aims to explore factors that ... -
The reliability and predictive ability of the Test of Infant Motor Performance (TIMP) in a community-based study in Bhaktapur, Nepal
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Aim: In a Nepalese setting, to measure the reliability of the Test of Infant Motor Performance (TIMP) and its ability to predict development scores at 6 months. Methods: Nepalese infants (n = 705) were assessed by the TIMP ... -
Prospective associations between adolescent risky substance use and school dropout and the role of externalising and internalising problems
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background: The aim of the present study was to assess to what extent risky substance use (RSU) acts as an important risk factor for school dropout from upper secondary school in a prospective study of Norwegian adolescents, ... -
Stakeholder views on work participation for workers with depression and intersectoral collaboration in depression care: a focus group study with a salutogenic perspective
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Objective: To explore how stakeholders in depression care view intersectoral collaboration and work participation for workers with depression. Design: Focus group study applying reflexive thematic analysis using a salutogenic ... -
Process-outcome relations in music therapy versus music listening for people with schizophrenia viewed through a mediational model: the role of the therapeutic alliance
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Objectives: Examine whether change in clinical outcomes for patients with schizophrenia and negative symptoms randomized to either Music Therapy (MT) or Music Listening (ML) is associated to moderators and mediators, with ... -
Workplace gender composition and sickness absence: A register-based study from Sweden
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Aims: This study aimed to examine the association between gender composition in the workplace and sickness absence days during a one-year period. Methods The study population was drawn from the Northern Swedish Cohort (wave ... -
A System Perspective on Implementation and Usage of the Da Vinci Technology at a Large Norwegian Regional Hospital
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)The aim of this research paper is to identify advantages and barriers to implementation and usage of robotic-assisted surgery (RAS), specifically the Da Vinci robot, at a larger regional hospital in Norway and from a ... -
Negative Life Events, Protective Factors, and Substance-Related Problems: A Study of Resilience in Adolescence
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background There is compelling evidence for an association between negative life events (NLE) and substance-related problems (SRP) during adolescence. The literature is, however, still limited with regards to protective ... -
Differences in Direct Geothermal Energy Utilization for Heating and Cooling in Central and Northern European Countries
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Geothermal energy has emerged as an alternative heating source that can replace fossil energy. This mature technology is already in use all over Europe, but there are significant differences in its use between European ... -
Level of education and sustainable return to work among long-term sick-listed workers with depression: a register-based cohort study (The Norwegian GP-DEP Study)
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Objectives Sick-listed workers with depression are at higher risk of long-term, recurrent sickness absence and work disability, suggesting reduced likelihood of sustainable return to work (SRTW). Though likelihood of RTW ... -
Klimathon2022: Naturbaserte løysingar for klimatilpassing
(Research report, 2023)Dette er ein rapport om arbeidet med å arrangere Klimathon2022. Rapporten beskriv korleis Klimathon2022 vart planlagt og gjennomført til inspirasjon for liknande samarbeidsformer mellom forsking og forvalting rundt ... -
Klimathon II 2019: Om samproduksjonsmetodikk, utfordringer og løsninger for lokal klimatilpasning
(Research report, 2019)Også i den senere tid har vi fått tydelige eksempler på at klimatilpasning og klimaomstilling må stå høyt på agendaen i årene som kommer. Ekstrem nedbør med påfølgende jordskred fikk tragiske konsekvenser i Jølster, fjorårets ...