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View article: Challenges and Strategies in Nursing Leadership: A Qualitative Study on Leaders in Mental Health Care
Challenges and Strategies in Nursing Leadership: A Qualitative Study on Leaders in Mental Health Care Open
Aim: To explore the challenges and strategies among new and experienced nursing leaders in mental healthcare; furthermore, to identify factors that support or hinder their leadership roles. Background: Strong nursing leadership is crucial …
View article: Empowering Leadership: A Journey of Growth and Insight Through a Mentoring Program for Nurses in Leadership Positions
Empowering Leadership: A Journey of Growth and Insight Through a Mentoring Program for Nurses in Leadership Positions Open
Participants reported that the mentorship program increased their awareness, motivation, coping skills, and confidence as leaders, encouraging them to pursue leadership roles. The results show that the NNO's mentor program positively influ…
View article: Use of Over-The-Counter Analgesics Is Associated with Pain, Stress, and Quality of Life in Norwegian Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study
Use of Over-The-Counter Analgesics Is Associated with Pain, Stress, and Quality of Life in Norwegian Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Introduction: Approximately 20% of Norwegian adolescents are frequently using Over-the-Counter Analgesics (OTCAs). The WHO emphasizes the need for research to identify the key determinants of health problems in adolescence. Thus, our aim w…
View article: ‘I need support in becoming the leader I would like to be’ – A qualitative descriptive study of nurses newly appointed to positions of leadership
‘I need support in becoming the leader I would like to be’ – A qualitative descriptive study of nurses newly appointed to positions of leadership Open
Aim The aim of the study was to understand the experiences of nurses who were newly appointed to a position of leadership including facilitators and barriers to success and what they considered important for the development of their role. …
View article: Associations between over-the-counter analgesics usage and symptoms of anxiety and depression in adolescents: a network analysis
Associations between over-the-counter analgesics usage and symptoms of anxiety and depression in adolescents: a network analysis Open
Background The use of over-the-counter analgesics (OTCA) is common among adolescents and has been linked with increased symptoms of anxiety and depression. However, little is known about which specific symptoms are most strongly connected …
View article: The relationship between gender, psychosocial factors, pain, health literacy and health-related quality of life in parents of Norwegian adolescents one year into the COVID-19 pandemic
The relationship between gender, psychosocial factors, pain, health literacy and health-related quality of life in parents of Norwegian adolescents one year into the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Background Stress impacts healthy behaviours and may influence life and health-related quality of life (HRQOL). A stressful event occurred when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020. The present study aims to explore possible gender diff…
View article: “Nevertheless, it is still painful”: Use of Over-the-Counter analgesics, pain, stress, and HRQOL in Norwegian adolescents: a cross sectional study.
“Nevertheless, it is still painful”: Use of Over-the-Counter analgesics, pain, stress, and HRQOL in Norwegian adolescents: a cross sectional study. Open
Background Approximately 20% of Norwegian adolescents are frequently using over-the-counter analgesics (OTCA). The WHO emphasizes the need for research to identify the key determinants of health problems in adolescence. Thus, our purpose i…
View article: Pain in Adolescence: Maternal and Paternal Factors Affecting Adolescents’ Pain in Norway—A Cross-Sectional Study
Pain in Adolescence: Maternal and Paternal Factors Affecting Adolescents’ Pain in Norway—A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background: Pain in adolescence is considered a worldwide concern. Adolescents’ pain affects family functioning. However, bidirectional associations should be considered as parental determinates such as pain, stress, and sociodemographic f…
View article: Associations Between Over-the-Counter Analgesics Usage and Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression in Adolescents: A Network Analysis
Associations Between Over-the-Counter Analgesics Usage and Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression in Adolescents: A Network Analysis Open
Background The use of over-the-counter analgesics (OTCA) is common among adolescents, particularly females. Previous research has linked symptoms of anxiety and depression (AD) with OTCA usage, even after controlling for pain. AD encompass…
View article: The burden of somatic diseases among people with alcohol- and drug use disorders are influenced by mental illness and low socioeconomic status. A registry-based cohort study in Norway
The burden of somatic diseases among people with alcohol- and drug use disorders are influenced by mental illness and low socioeconomic status. A registry-based cohort study in Norway Open
Persons with AUD had a higher risk of most somatic diseases, while those with DUD had specific risks for infections and viral hepatitis. Mental health disorders and SES adjusted the associations regarding most somatic diseases. In general,…
View article: Second-year undergraduate nursing students’ experiences with clinical simulation training in mental health clinical practice: A focus group study
Second-year undergraduate nursing students’ experiences with clinical simulation training in mental health clinical practice: A focus group study Open
Clinical simulation training as part of clinical practice contributed to increasing the students' self-awareness and in-depth reflection and to broadening their nursing competence. The present study lays the groundwork for future studies o…
View article: Health-related quality of life in parents of adolescents - A two-year longitudinal study
Health-related quality of life in parents of adolescents - A two-year longitudinal study Open
Aim: For many adults, their role as a parent is a vital part of their life that may influence their health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and vary with the age of their child. The aim of the present study was to describe and compare socio…
View article: Over-the-counter analgesics use is associated with pain and psychological distress among adolescents: a mixed effects approach in cross-sectional survey data from Norway
Over-the-counter analgesics use is associated with pain and psychological distress among adolescents: a mixed effects approach in cross-sectional survey data from Norway Open
Background Over-the-counter analgesics (OTCA) such as Paracetamol and Ibuprofen are frequently used by adolescents, and the route of administration and access at home allows unsupervised use. Psychological distress and pain occur simultane…
View article: Stress, Pain, and Work Affiliation Are Strongly Associated With Health-related Quality of Life in Parents of 14–15-year-old Adolescents
Stress, Pain, and Work Affiliation Are Strongly Associated With Health-related Quality of Life in Parents of 14–15-year-old Adolescents Open
BackgroundFor many adults, their role as a parent is a vital part of their lives. This role is likely to be associated with a parent’s health-related quality of life (HRQOL). The aim of this study was to explore the associations between ge…
View article: It hurts inside: a qualitative study investigating social exclusion and bullying among adolescents reporting frequent pain and high use of non-prescription analgesics
It hurts inside: a qualitative study investigating social exclusion and bullying among adolescents reporting frequent pain and high use of non-prescription analgesics Open
Background Being bullied and socially excluded interferes with the fundamental need for humans to belong to a social group, which is necessary for well-being. This might underpin pain and the use of non-prescription analgesics. Aim The aim…
View article: Use of Over-The-Counter Analgesics for Pain and Psychological Distress Among Adolescents: A Mixed Effects Approach in Cross-Sectional Survey Data From Norway
Use of Over-The-Counter Analgesics for Pain and Psychological Distress Among Adolescents: A Mixed Effects Approach in Cross-Sectional Survey Data From Norway Open
Background: Over-the-counter analgesics (OTCA) such as Paracetamol and Ibuprofen are frequently used by adolescents, and the route of administration and access at home allows unsupervised use. Psychological distress and pain occur simultan…
View article: Pain and development of identity in adolescents who frequently use over‐the‐counter analgesics: A qualitative study
Pain and development of identity in adolescents who frequently use over‐the‐counter analgesics: A qualitative study Open
Aims and objectives This study aims to describe conditions that may influence the development of identity in adolescents frequently using over‐the‐counter analgesics. Background Frequent self‐medication with analgesics among adolescents is…