Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

Study Plan

A.A. 2024/2025 A.A. 2023/2024 A.A. 2022/2023 A.A. 2021/2022 A.A. 2020/2021 A.A. 2019/2020 A.A. 2018/2019 A.A. 2017/2018 A.A. 2016/2017 A.A. 2015/2016 A.A. 2014/2015 A.A. 2013/2014 A.A. 2012/2013 A.A. 2011/2012 A.A. 2010/2011 A.A. 2009/2010 A.A. 2008/2009

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

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The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

activated in the A.Y. 2018/2019
ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
6
A
M-DEA/01
6
B
MED/42
9
B/C
SPS/07
6
B
M-PSI/08
9
B
SPS/09
A course to be chosen among the following
6
A
M-PED/04
6
A
M-PED/01
6
D
-
9
F/S
-
Prova finale
6
E
-

Legend | Type of training activity (TTA)

TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.

A Basic activities
B Characterizing activities
C Related or complementary activities
D Activities to be chosen by the student
E Final examination
F Other training activities
S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations

Clinical Psychology  (2018/2019)

Teaching code

4S00775

Teacher

Cinzia Perlini

Coordinator

Cinzia Perlini

Credits

6

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

M-PSI/08 - CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

Period

Sem. 1A, Sem. 1B

Lessons timetable MoodleMoodle Seminars 0

Learning outcomes

The course aims to face the theoretical and methodological peculiarities which characterize psychology as a clinical discipline. Elements of psychopathology and clinical diagnosis will be provided, deepening verbal and nonverbal aspects of clinical and educational interaction. At the end of the course the student will have acquired: basic knowledge of clinical psychology tools; knowledge and understanding of different theoretical approaches in clinical psychology; knowledge and understanding of key concepts of psychopathology and basic elements of psychopathology in the life cycle; wider competencies on communication and relationship tools to improve communication skills with clients; ability to understand and use the technical language of clinical psychology.

Program

Evolution and definition of clinical psychology
Methodological challenges in clinical psychology and the analysis of the application
Instruments of clinical psychology
Verbal and non-verbal communication, instruments for effective communication, emotion and difficult interactions
Elements of psycho-diagnosis in developmental age
Elements of psycho-diagnosis in adult age
Description of the psychological and psychotherapeutic approaches in clinical psychology:
Psychoanalysis
Behaviourism
Cognitive therapy
Humanistic approach
Systemic approach

Reference texts
Author Title Publishing house Year ISBN Notes
Sanavio Ezio; Cornoldi Cesare Psicologia clinica, 3 ed. (Edizione 3) Il Mulino, Bologna 2017

Examination Methods

Written examination lasting 1 hour and half (multiple choice and open questions).

The exam will test the whole course programme, including the reference book and the slides.
The exam will be the same for attending and non-attending students.
ERASMUS students are kindly asked to contact the teacher at the beginning of the course in order to agree the assessment test.

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE