Browsing University of Galway Theses (PhD Theses) by Subject "Health psychology"
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Developing the evidence base for a digital intervention to enhance adherence to medication in people with hypertension
(NUI Galway, 2018-07-17)Background. Hypertension is a chronic condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure. It is a major modifiable risk factor for both cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease. Hypertension is estimated ... -
Development of a psychometric measure of physical post traumatic growth in prostate cancer and evaluation of its role in predicting psychological adjustment
(2015-01-30)Post traumatic growth (PTG) can be defined as positive change following a traumatic event (Tedeschi & Calhoun, 1995). The current conceptualisation of PTG encompasses five main dimensions: perceived changes in self; ... -
Evaluating the role of digital health technologies to support medication adherence in young adults living with asthma
(NUI Galway, 2021-10-17)Background: Asthma represents the most prevalent chronic respiratory condition affecting over 330 million people globally. Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) can effectively control the condition, increase lung function, and ...