Integrated Care Models and Neuropsychological Intervention Tech. Applied to Cardiovascular Diseases and Metabolic Synd.

· The aim of the course is to provide students with a historical and current overview of psychocardiology, to
understand the evolution and importance of this field in the management of cardiovascular diseases.
· The course aims to discuss the importance of integrating clinical psychology services into relevant operative
units/departments (cardiology, cardiac surgery, psychological rehabilitation) in synergy with other services, such as
non-profit organizations, for a holistic management of the cardiac patient.
· The purpose of the course is to describe the various psychological interventions to be implemented based on the
type of heart disease and the patient's developmental age.
· The course aims to consolidate the knowledge of motivational interviewing and basic communication skills (open
questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries) to promote patient autonomy in managing their disease, to
improve treatment adherence and quality of life, also in preparation for the Techniques of Communication and
Relationship with the Cardiac Patient laboratory

· At the end of the course, students will be able to analyze and evaluate the psychosocial aspects that characterize
adults with various types of heart disease, and to propose targeted psychological interventions based on the
characteristics and needs of the patient.
· Students will acquire the necessary skills to apply strategies that promote patient autonomy in managing their
disease, with the aim of improving treatment adherence and quality of life.
· Students will be able to understand and apply the theoretical principles of motivational interviewing, using them
as a preparatory tool for practical exercises in the laboratory.
· Students will gain greater competence in the design and implementation of research projects (both quantitative
and qualitative) for patients with various types of heart disease.