Provide useful elements to the knowledge of the fundamental theoretical concepts of the discipline and introduce the main theories of psychology. To analyze the conscious and unconscious dynamics that underlie human behavior, deepening its cognitive and emotional aspects. Analysis of the components involved in the relationship with the patient. Introduction to the technique of interview and testology analysis.
History of psychology. The main psychological doctrines: theories of experimental psychology; psychoanalytic theories. Psychological processes: intelligence; perception; memory. The relationship with the patient; Compliance: definition; strengthening strategies. Theory and technique of the interview: types of interview; content and process; phases; conducting techniques. Psychological and behavioral reactions to pathology: modalities of adaptation and coping; defense mechanisms and specific defensive styles; emotional reactions and psychological experiences. Psychodiagnostics: psychological tests; personality tests; intelligence test.
Psicologia medica e abilità relazionali. Bellomo A. Edizioni Minerva Medica (Capitoli: 1,6,7,8,10, 12; capitolo 9 studiare da pag. 115 a 117 e da 128 a 133)