Ateneo - UPO

The main clinical patterns of neurogical and psychiatric pathologies of infancy and adolescence will be discussed

Roccella M, Neuropsichiatria dell’infanzia e dell’adolescenza, Piccin

Aim of the course is to teach the fundamentals of pediatric neurosciences and infantile psychopatology

It is necessary for the student to have basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of central nervous system

Lectures in classroom

Furthermore, information on key diagnostic methodologies, therapies, and rehabilitation in pediatric age is also provided

The verification of knowledge will take place through a final oral exam

Psychomotor development. Intellectual Disability. Learning Disabilities. Verbal Disorders. Epilepsy. Autism Spectrum Disorders. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Depression in Childhood and Adolescence. Therapeutic strategies in Child Neuropsychiatry

The ultimate goal is to provide students with the essential basic knowledge necessary for their professional activity at hospital settings, therapeutic communities, and other care services for children and adolescents.