Cognitive Neurosciences and Psychological Rehabilitation

Aim of the course is to develop in-depth and specific knowledge in the field of clinical neuropsychology, with particular reference to the theoretical-methodological principles that guide the different forms of neuropsychological intervention. For this purpose, reference will be made to an in-depth analysis of the current scientific literature and the available guidelines. The course will allow the acquisition of skills in the development, planning and conduct of evidence-based clinical projects. Upon completion of the course the student is expected to have achieved the following specific learning objectives (Dublin indicators): I) Knowledge and understanding: through the analysis of the scientific literature and the practical application in the laboratory activity, students will have to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of clinical neuropsychology, and of the neuropsychological disorders present in individuals affected by developmental anomalies and pathologies, of neuropsychological deficits acquired in the course of neurological pathologies, as well as of the neuropsychological correlates in psychiatric pathologies and in the course of pathologies that are not primarily neurological. II) Ability to apply knowledge and understanding: students must be able to contextualize the acquired knowledge and evaluate its application in clinical and rehabilitation contexts of the different theoretical-methodological approaches (rational, holistic, restorative, compensatory). III) Making judgments: students will acquire the ability to analyze clinical cases, identifying strengths and weaknesses in neuropsychological profiles; they will also have to be able to choose the appropriate theoretical-methodological approach for different types of cases (acquired, neurodegenerative, developmental and ongoing non-primarily neurological pathologies) neuropsychological anomalies be able to critically analyze and evaluate accurately the adequacy of methodology regarding the various fields of experimental psychophysiology. IV) Communication skills: through discussion and group comparison, students must be able to communicate the results of their clinical analyzes clearly and effectively. V) Learning skills: at the end of the course, students will be able to independently deepen their knowledge, using a rigorous, critical and evidence-based approach.