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Study programmes 2011-2012Last update : 14/06/2012
PSYC0130-2  Introduction to psychopathology

Duration :  18h Th
Number of credits :  
Bachelor in medicine, 3rd yearFirst semester3
Lecturer :  Jean‑Marc Triffaux
Language(s) of instruction :  
French language
Course contents :  
After a review of the role of medical psychology in the field of medicine, the question of normal and pathological is discussed in comparison with the concepts of health and disease. Using the psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural models, the course introduces the main topics of psychopathology : anxiety, depression, personality disorders etc... Applications of medical psychology in the practice of doctor-patient relationship will integrate theory and practice.
Learning outcomes of the course :  
What is the Medical Psychology? Normality and pathology. Psychopathology : definition, perspectives of care. Psychic reality. Anxiety and defenses. The structural model of personality. Psychodynamic approach to adult psychopathology. Clinical situation. Applications of medical psychology to medical practice.
Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :  
Introduction à la psychologie médicale (Introduction to Medical Psychology)
Planned learning activities and teaching methods :  
None
Recommended or required readings :  
Introduction à la psychopathologie (Introduction to Psychopathology)
Assessment methods and criteria :  
Written exam Duration: +/- 90 minutes QCM+QROC
Assessment criteria: Theoretical knowledge Ability to put information into perspective Applications to new cases or situations Ability to synthesize; Ability to present things clearly
Contacts :  
Professor J-M TRIFFAUX - Chargé de cours Hôpital de jour Universitaire La Clé - 153 Boulevard de la constitution - 4020 LIEGE Tél : 04/342 65 96
jmtriffaux@ulg.ac.be Secretary: Madame Ch. GAYETOT - Phone: 04/366 79 60

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