Projects
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RefugeesWellSchool: Preventive school-based interventions to promote the mental well-being of refugee and migrant adolescents (Horizon 2020)
Today, European societies face the challenge of promoting the integration of growing numbers of refugee and migrant adolescents. Supporting the mental well-being of these young…
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- Implementation and Treatment
- Violence and abuse
Implementation of TF-CBT at Norwegian Child and Adolescents’ Mental Health Clinics and Child Advocacy Centers
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment method for trauma-exposed children with elaborated levels of Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms. The Norwegian Knowledge Center on…
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Norwegian guidelines for health professionals on domestic violence
On assignment from the Norwegian Directorate of Health, NKVTS will develop guidelines for health care professionals on domestic violence. The aim of the guideline is…
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- Violence and abuse
Childhood Experiences of Violence and Abuse – a National Survey of Norwegian Adolescents 12 to 16 Years of Age
During the winter of 2019 we asked 10 000 Norwegian adolescents between 12 and 16 years of age about their upbringing, everyday life, mental health and experiences…
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Abuse and neglect in residential care settings. A multi-method study on abuse and neglect of older persons in Norwegian nursing homes
Abuse and neglect in nursing homes imply violations of the human rights, dignity and well-being of the elderly who depend on care services. This research…
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Stopping unpleasant intrusive memories: The case of visuospatial processing after exposure to emotional imagery
A key symptom and driver behind post-traumatic stress disorder is recurring, involuntary, and intrusive memories of the traumatic event. If we can reduce the frequency…
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The role of transnational relations for decisions concerning female genital mutilation/cutting in Norway
This study aims at exploring how global factors – transnational relations – affect decision processes concerning female genital mutilation/cutting among migrants in Norway
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Physical and psychological health care for girls and women with Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting
The study addresses the organization and utilization of health care services at the primary and secondary level due to physical and psychological health consequences of…
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Violence and substance abuse- a longitudinal study
It is well documented that alcohol use and abuse have implications for violence perpetration and victimization and that alcohol problems can develop after exposure to…
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Female genital mutilation/cutting: Healthcare for minor girls – a pilot study
Girls subjected to female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) may suffer from a variety of health problems that require treatment. It is estimated that over 2,800 Girls,…