Subject

Psychosocial Sciences Applied to Physiotherapy

  • code 07845
  • course 1
  • term Semester 2
  • type FB
  • credits 6

Module: Basic training

Matter: Psychology

Main language of instruction: Spanish

Other languages of instruction: Catalan, English

Timetable
 Sem.2  TU 08:00 10:00 
 Sem.2  FR 10:00 12:00 

Teaching staff

Introduction

Year 1

Teachers who will teach the course:

Mònica Oliver: moliverj@uic.es

Marta Piera: mpieras@uic.es

The need to include a subject of Applied Psychosocial Sciences within the content of the Degree in Physiotherapy is justified by the "element" with which physiotherapists should work constantly throughout their professional practice: people. If students are to provide comprehensive quality care, it is necessary to bear in mind that the patient not only has a physical dysfunction, but is also a person in need. If students do not know a proper way of how a person works, they cannot reach patient care to a truly human level.  

The course aims to not only help others know what people are like, but also to learn more about oneself, and the essential first step is taking care of others. Therefore, the course's main objective is that students acquire a basic but accurate knowledge about personal, social and cultural human aspects and discover in Psychology an aid in the field of health and rehabilitation.

Pre-course requirements

No prerequisites are required.

Objectives

  1. Acquire the basic knowledge, which establishes the basis of human behavior, so that students are able to recognize normal mental functions, and achieve greater understanding of the human being as a whole.
  2. lntroduce the terminology and the areas of Psychology.
  3. Know the basic structure of the human personality and the elements that contribute to their training. Distinguish between normal and abnormal personality traits.
  4. Identify the developmental stages of psychological development of human beings from birth to death.
  5. Analyze social aspects that influence the behavior of healthy and sick people.
  6. Know the psychological aspects of the disease process and the importance of the professional health field in this process, which will determine the relationship with the patient, the family and the multidisciplinary team that works with them.

Competences / Learning outcomes of the degree programme

  • 27 - Knowledge of psychological and social factors that affect the health of the individual, family and community.
  • 28 - Understanding of theories of communication and interpersonal skills.
  • 28.2 - Demonstrate Interpersonal skills.
  • 28.3 - Show respect, appreciation and sensitivity towards the work of others.
  • 28.4 - Understanding of the psychological aspects of the physiotherapist-patient relationship.
  • 29 - Knowledge of healthcare education theory and awareness of the student's own lifelong learning process.
  • 30 - Knowledge of the factors involved in teamwork and leadership.
  • 37.1 - Use discretion, use available information appropriately and respect patient dignity and confidentiality
  • 37.3 - Appreciation and respect for diversity and multiculturalism

Learning outcomes of the subject

At the end of the course, the student should be able to:

  • Know the basic structure of the human personality and the elements that contribute to their training.
  • Distinguish between normal and abnormal psychological traits.
  • Identify the developmental stages of human development from birth to death.
  • Analyze social aspects that influence the behavior of healthy and sick people.
  • Know the psychological processes of disease and the importance of healthcare in this process, which will determine the relationship between the patient, family and multidisciplinary team with which students work.
  • Recognize the major groups of psychiatric pathology differentiating their symptoms, characteristics, evolution and particular needs of attention

Syllabus

Unit 1. Introduction to the study of Psychology. Concept of Psychology and Psychiatry. Concept of disease and mental health. The normal and the pathological. History of Psychology.
Unit 2. Psychical functions: Consciousness. Sensation and Perception. Memory. Learning. Intelligence. Thought and language. Impulses and tendencies. Emotions. Motivation and will.
Unit 3.Psychopathological alterations of various mental functions.  
Unit 4.Personality. Definition. Structure and dynamics. Personality development. Personality disorders.  
Unit 5. Evolutionary Psychology. Physical, psychological and social development in childhood, adolescence, youth, adulthood and old age. 
Unit 6.  Caregiver role. Theoretical foundations of communication. The therapist-patient relationship.  Mental health professional.
Unit 7.Physiotherapist relationship with other health professionals. Group and leadership.  Team work.
Unit 8.Process of adaptation to disability. Stress. Anxiety. Depression and other psychiatric disorders.
Unit 9.Pain. Concept. Psychological aspects of pain. Factors influencing perception and expression of pain. Coping strategies.  

Teaching and learning activities

In person

The following methodologies are used:

- Master Classes: Lectures about the theoretical content with graphic-audiovisual support by the teacher. At the same time, student participation will be encouraged through open questions that allow students to strengthen their knowledge. The main topics and concepts of the detailed subjects in the syllabus will be developed and gone into depth throughout the lectures.

Readings, films and discussion: The main objective consists of analyzing the subject content through different sources of information and creating opportunities for the exchange of opinions using real situations that trigger reflection and thinking.

 

TRAINING ACTIVITY:
  • theory classes
  • independent study

METHODOLOGY:
  • presentation method / lecture
  • case method

COMPETENCES:
  • 27
  • 28
  • 28.2
  • 28.3
  • 28.4
  • 29
  • 30
  • 37.1
  • 37.3

ECTS CREDITS:
  • 6

Evaluation systems and criteria

In person

First assessment: 

20% Attendance and participation in class.
30% midterm examination with multiple-choice questions.
50% Final exam multiple-choice test with multiple-choice questions.

It is mandatory to pass the final exam in order to pass the subject

The midterm examination, if passed with a grade of 5 or higher, will eliminate subject matter for the final exam.

First Resit:

Students will complete a multiple-choice exam.
Continuous assessment marks will remain the same. 
First Class Honors will not be awarded in first resit.

Bibliography and resources

Delgado Losada, ML. (2015). Fundamentos de la psicología para ciencias sociales y de la salud. Madrid: Editorial Médica Panamericana. 

Krueger, D. (1994). Psicología de la Rehabilitación. Barcelona: Herder.

Llor, B. (1998). Ciencias Psicosociales aplicadas a la Salud. Madrid: Interamericana.

Myers, E. (1997). Psicología. Madrid: McGraw-Hill.

Papalia, D., y Olds, S. (1992). Psicología. Madrid: McGraw-Hill.

Evaluation period

E: exam date | R: revision date | 1: first session | 2: second session:

  • E1 21/05/2019 08:00h
  • E2 26/06/2019 08:00h A08
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