The course aims to provide basic knowledge on the use of projective methods in clinical psychology. In particular, it will focus on the use of the Rorschach test according to the Exner's Comprehensive System.
To achieve practical technical skills related to the fields of psychology.
This course provides useful knowledge to understand when it is useful to administer psychological tests and which psychological tests to administer, depending on the diagnostic questions. In particular, it will be discussed the use of the Rorschach test, providing the student with the basic skills to understand coding and interpretation.
Traditional lessons, administration praticum, classroom presentation and discussion of clinical material.
The utility of psychological testing in different contexts , with particular reference to clinical psychology and forensic psychology
The use and abuse of psychological tests
The potential and the limits of psychological tests
The psychodiagnostic setting : referral, administration and feedback
The Rorschach test according to the Exner Comprehensive System : from the projective test to the performance-based test
Administration guidelines
Elements of coding of the responses to the Rorschach test
The psychological processes underlying the Rorschach variables
The cognitive functioning, the affect and the self and interpersonal perception assessment
The use of the Rorschach test in psychopathology: clinical examples
Ricevimento: The office hours will take place by appointment . To make an appointment, write to rosso@unige.it
ANNA MARIA ROSSO (President)
MIRELLA ZANOBINI
Three courses will be activated during the academic year. The times will be announced edited by the Laboratories Office.
PROJECTIVE METHODS
The examination will be written
The exam will consist of 30 multiple choice questions. It will be awarded 1 point for each correct answer and will not be deducted any points for wrong answers . To pass the exam will be sufficient to correctly answer at least 18 questions. The teacher will assess the understanding of the concepts and the ability of the student to apply them to the professional practice.
