PSYCHIATRY AND MENTAL HEALTH
Course objectives
Channel 1
ANTONIO DEL CASALE
Lecturers' profile
Program - Frequency - Exams
Course program
1 Content of the course
Main elements concerning the nosography and psychopathology of mental disorders. Protective and risk factors for the manifestation of symptoms, with particular reference to anxiety disorders, mood disorders, those of the schizophrenic spectrum, addictions, and disorders involving the use of nicotine, alcohol, and other substances. Clinical psychiatry and psychodynamic aspects of the following mental disorders: disorders of consciousness, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, stress-related disorders, dissociative disorders, somatoform disorders, schizophrenic spectrum disorders, eating disorders, and sleep disorders. Principles of suicidology, addictions, and substance use disorders.
2 Teaching methods
Frontal teaching
3 Frequency
Bi-weekly
Prerequisites
Eventual prerequisites foresaw by the Degree Course.
Books
We suggest one or more of the following books:
- American Psychiatric Association. Manuale diagnostico e statistico dei disturbi mentali, quinta edizione, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR®). Milano, Raffaello Cortina Editore, 2022
- American Psychiatric Association. Criteri diagnostici - Mini DSM - 5 - TR (Text Revision). Raffaello Cortina Editore, 2023
- Siracusano et al. Manuale di Psichiatria. Terza Edizione. Il Pensiero Scientifico Editore, 2023
- Rossi et al. Manuale di Psichiatria. EDRA, 2019
- Fiorillo et al. Manuale di psichiatria contemporanea. Alpes, 2019
- Gilberti & Rossi. Manuale di Psichiatria per Studenti, Medici, Psicologi, Operatori Psichiatrici e Sanitari, Assistenti Sociali VII EDIZIONE a cura di Maurizio Marcenaro. Piccin - Nuova Libreria 2023
- Favaro & Sambataro. Manuale di Psichiatria. Piccin, 2021
Frequency
Frontal teaching
Exam mode
1 Objective of the test
Evaluation of the acquisition of knowledge and skills learned during the course.
2 Number of trials and timing
The tests will follow the exam sessions established by the Faculty.
3 Type, duration, and method of administration
The final exam will be in written form, consisting of multiple-choice questions.
4 Final evaluation
The final evaluation will be based on the outcome of the written test with possible oral integration.
Lesson mode
Frontal teaching
- Lesson code1036151
- Academic year2025/2026
- CoursePsychology and social processes
- CurriculumSingle curriculum
- Year3rd year
- Semester2nd semester
- SSDMED/25
- CFU9