CODE 66912 ACADEMIC YEAR 2025/2026 CREDITS 1 cfu anno 1 TECNICA DELLA RIABILITAZIONE PSICHIATRICA 9286 (L/SNT2) - GENOVA SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR M-PSI/08 LANGUAGE Italian TEACHING LOCATION GENOVA SEMESTER 2° Semester MODULES Questo insegnamento è un modulo di: PSYCHIATRY I, PSYCHOLOGY AND BASIC CONCEPTS IN REHABILITATION TEACHING MATERIALS AULAWEB OVERVIEW This course introduces students to the foundations of clinical psychology, with particular focus on theoretical models, the therapeutic relationship, and neuropsychological principles. It provides conceptual tools to understand the role of psychology in care and rehabilitation contexts. AIMS AND CONTENT AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Knowledge and understanding: - Understand the main theoretical models of clinical psychology - Comprehend defence mechanisms, relational dynamics, and the neuropsychological basis of mental disorders Applying knowledge and understanding: - Recognise psychological implications in care and rehabilitation settings - Interact professionally with individuals in vulnerable conditions Independent judgement: - Develop critical thinking about the relationship between mind, behaviour, and the brain - Assess theoretical models according to the clinical context Communication skills: - Use appropriate technical language to describe clinical and relational phenomena - Communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams Learning skills: - Develop an autonomous and critical study method - Connect theoretical knowledge with clinical practice TEACHING METHODS Lectures with multimedia support, clinical case discussions, exercises, and group work. Inclusivity: Students with certified Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), disabilities, or other educational needs are invited to contact the instructor and the department’s disability coordinator at the beginning of the course to agree on possible teaching arrangements that, while respecting the course objectives, take individual learning needs into account. SYLLABUS/CONTENT - Introduction to clinical psychology and its areas of intervention - Psychoanalysis: topographical model, drives, defence mechanisms, attachment - Behaviourism: classical and operant conditioning, applied techniques - Cognitive model: cognitive schemas, dysfunctional thoughts, CBT - Neuroscience and psychopathology: brain and emotions, memory and behaviour - Therapeutic alliance and helping relationship - The role of psychology in rehabilitation: motivation and treatment adherence The course also contributes to the achievement of the following UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals: - Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all; - Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY Materials provided by the instructor - Selected texts on fundamentals of clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and theoretical models TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD ANDREA BRUGNOLO Ricevimento: Office hours are available by appointment, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at the Neurology Clinic (Largo Daneo 3, basement level). Appointments must be scheduled by email: andrea.brugnolo@unige.it LESSONS LESSONS START Second Semester Class schedule The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION The exam will be conducted orally. Students will have access to a clearly defined list of questions available on AulaWeb. ASSESSMENT METHODS The assessment will focus on the acquisition of the course content and the student's ability to demonstrate understanding and critical judgement based on it.
