Nord-Trøndelag University College

About: Nord-Trøndelag University College is a based out in . It is known for research contribution in the topics: Health care & Population. The organization has 134 authors who have published 240 publications receiving 6588 citations.

The Nordic Model in Education: Education as part of the political system in the last 50 years

Abstract: This article describes, analyses and discusses the development of the Nordic school model in three phases of the post‐war period, viewed in the light of the development of the political system throughout the period and in comparison with the development of the school system in the western world in this period. The “classical period” from 1945 until about 1970 is often referred to as the golden era of social democracy, during which a number of special characteristics were attributed to the model. First, the reforms were introduced on the basis of national policies drawn up by a strong and innovative state in association with business organisations and industry. The main objective was to involve the school in the realisation of social goals such as equal opportunity and community fellowship. School development is very largely determined by state‐managed conditions—“input management”. The Nordic model was regarded as an ideal for school development in western countries. The Nordic countries generally followe...

Association between social support and depression in the general population: the HUNT study, a cross-sectional survey.

Abstract: Aim. The aim was to investigate the associations between perceived social support and depression in a general population in relation to gender and age. Background. Social support is seen as one of the social determinants for overall health in the general population. Studies have found higher probability of experiencing depression among people who have a lack of social support; evidence from the general population has been more limited. Subjective perception that support would be available if needed may reduce and prevent depression and unnecessary suffering. Design. A cross-sectional survey with self-reported health was used. Method. A total of 40,659 men and women aged 20–89 years living in Nord-Trondelag County of Norway with valid ratings of depression subscale of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale in the The Nord-Trondelag Health Study 3 were used. Logistic regression was used to quantify associations between two types of perceived support (emotional and tangible) and depression. Gender, age and interaction effects were controlled for in the final model. Results. The main finding was that self-rated perceived support was significantly associated with Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale-defined depression, even after controlling for age and gender; emotional support (OR = 3·14) and tangible support (OR = 2·93). The effects of emotional and tangible support differ between genders. Interaction effects were found for age groups and both emotional and tangible support. Conclusion. Self-rated perceived functional social support is associated with Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale-defined depression. In the group of older people who have a lack of social support, women seem to need more emotional support and men tangible support. Relevance to clinical practice. Health care providers should consider the close association between social support and depression in their continuing care, particularly in the older people.

Reliability and validity of self-reported physical activity in the Nord-Trøndelag Health Study: HUNT 1.

Abstract: Background: A large health survey was previously conducted in 1984—86, the Nord-Trondelag Health Study (HUNT 1), and another was conducted in 1995—97 (HUNT 2). A third, HUNT 3, started in 2006. However, the physical activity (PA) questionnaires have not yet been validated. Aims: To assess the reliability and validity of the self-reported physical activity questionnaire in the Nord-Trondelag Health Study (HUNT 1). Methods: The HUNT 1 questionnaire was administered to a random sample of 108 healthy men aged 20—39 years. Repeatability was assessed with a repeat questionnaire after one week, and validity by comparing results with direct measurement of VO2 during maximal work on a treadmill, with ActiReg, an instrument that measures PA and energy expenditure (EE) and with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). ActiReg records the main body positions (stand, sit, bent forward and lie) together with the motion of the trunk and/or one leg each second. Results: The results indicated strong, sign...

Reliability and validity of the international physical activity questionnaire in the Nord-Trøndelag health study (HUNT) population of men

Abstract: Background There is no standardized method for the assessment of physical activity (PA) Therefore it is important to investigate the validity and comparability of different measures The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) has been developed as an instrument for cross-national assessment of PA and has been validated in 12 countries These instruments have acceptable measurement properties for monitoring population levels of PA among 18–65 year-old adults in diverse settings However, there are some concerns that IPAQ may over-report PA The purpose of this study is to evaluate the reliability and validity of IPAQ, short version, last 7-days in the Nord-Trondelag Health Study (HUNT) population of men

Player Load, Acceleration, and Deceleration During Forty-Five Competitive Matches of Elite Soccer.

Abstract: The use of time-motion analysis has advanced our understanding of position-specific work rate profiles and the physical requirements of soccer players. Still, many of the typical soccer activities can be neglected, as these systems only examine activities measured by distance and speed variables. This study used triaxial accelerometer and time-motion analysis to obtain new knowledge about elite soccer players' match load. Furthermore, we determined acceleration/deceleration profiles of elite soccer players and their contribution to the players' match load. The data set includes every domestic home game (n = 45) covering 3 full seasons (2009, 2010, and 2011) for the participating team (Rosenborg FC), and includes 8 central defenders (n = 68), 9 fullbacks (n = 83), 9 central midfielders (n = 70), 7 wide midfielders (n = 39), and 5 attackers (A, n = 50). A novel finding was that accelerations contributed to 7-10% of the total player load for all player positions, whereas decelerations contributed to 5-7%. Furthermore, the results indicate that other activities besides the high-intensity movements contribute significantly to the players' total match workload. Therefore, motion analysis alone may underestimate player load because many high-intensity actions are without a change in location at the pitch or they are classified as low-speed activity according to current standards. This new knowledge may help coaches to better understand the different ways players achieve match load and could be used in developing individualized programs that better meet the "positional physical demands" in elite soccer.