Medical psychology
- UE code MMEDB307
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Schedule
13 + 20Quarter 1 + Quarter 2
- ECTS Credits 3
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Language
French
- Teacher Desseilles Martin
At the end of the course, students will be able to:
This course introduces students to medical psychology and health communication, combining theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
It emphasizes the importance of the patient’s psychological experience, the physician’s role, and the caregiver-patient relationship in the care process.
Topics usually addressed include:
The course covers:
These themes are addressed both theoretically and practically, with a strong emphasis on clinical and interprofessional communication.
The course may include:
Part I – Introduction to Medical Psychology
Part II – Personality Development and Mental Functioning
Part III – Psychology and Health
Part IV – The Patient and the Physician
Part V – Health Communication
Part VI – Applications and Perspectives
Certain sections may be emphasized depending on the instructor’s choices.
The 20 hours of practical sessions, spread across the first two semesters, aim to:
Objective of these practical sessions: to apply emotional, communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork strategies in order to prepare medical students for their first clinical placement.
Methods used: theoretical inputs illustrated with videos, clinical case studies, guided readings, role plays, simulations, and applied practice.
Evaluation:
The lecture and practical components are inseparable: it is not possible to attend or anticipate only one part.
For pedagogical reasons, this course should ideally be taken in the year of the general practice internship.
The evaluation is based on two independent and equally weighted components (50% each):
Important:
Training | Study programme | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
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Bachelor in Medicine | Standard | 0 | 3 | |
Bachelor in Medicine | Standard | 3 | 3 |