Would you like to implement the most innovative and effective psychosocial strategies for the treatment of personality disorders in your therapeutic practice? Enroll in this Professional master’s degree and you will achieve it" 

Psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic treatments for the management of patients with psychotic and personality disorders have advanced by leaps and bounds in recent years. The fact is that mental health is becoming an increasingly important issue in society, so the resources devoted to research into it have multiplied considerably. Thanks to this, it has been possible to establish new guidelines for diagnosing and treating mental disorders such as psychosis or the different personality disorders that are recognized today, allowing psychology professionals to help their patients and improve their quality of life.

It is precisely in this field that the Professional master’s degreethat TECH and its team of experts have designed to guide these specialists in their update on the most effective strategies and therapeutic techniques for psychopathological control is focused. It is a program consisting of 1,500 hours of diverse material (theoretical, practical and additional) with which the graduate will be able to delve into aspects such as the clinical interview, psychosocial assessment, the use of tests and questionnaires for diagnosis or the most innovative intervention tools. It will also place special emphasis on the characteristics of the different disorders, using real clinical cases as examples for understanding and contextualization.

All this 100% online, through a Virtual Campus compatible with any device with an Internet connection, whether tablet, PC or mobile. But that's not all, since all the content will be available from the beginning of the course and can be downloaded so that the graduate can consult it, even after the course has finished. As a result, by choosing TECH's Professional master’s degree, you will have a tailor-made and potentially empowering educational experience, which will allow you to make considerable progress in your career as a specialist in psychology.

A unique educational opportunity to implement the intervention strategies in personality and psychotic disorders from the most relevant models in your professional practice" 

This Professional master’s degree in Psychological Intervention in Personality Disorders and Psychosis contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include: 

• Practical cases presented by experts in Psychology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

You will have numerous clinical cases based on real situations so that you can practically apply the therapeutic strategies developed in this Professional master’s degree"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

You will work on mediation, arbitration and neutral assessment, so that you can always intervene in a consistent manner and based on the recommended therapeutic strategies"

In psychology, emotional management is fundamental For that reason, TECH's team of experts has selected the best content for you to work on perfecting your management"

This program has been designed by the teaching team, following the demanding quality guidelines defined by TECH. Thanks to this, it has been possible to elaborate a dynamic, exhaustive and highly educational syllabus, in which the latest and most relevant information in the psychosocial field has been included. In addition, they have worked on the selection and elaboration of high-quality additional material, which will be presented in different formats and with which the graduates will be able to delve in a personalized way in the sections they consider most important for their professional performance. 

The use of the Relearning methodology in this Professional master’s degree will save you hours of memorization, guaranteeing an intensive, dynamic and highly empowering academic experience"

Module 1. Psychosocial Assessment in Psychotic and Personality Disorders

1.1. Psychosocial Examination

1.1.1. The Evaluation Interview
1.1.2. Observation
1.1.3. Psychological Tests

1.2. Why Seek Therapeutic Treatment?
1.3. The Therapeutic Relationship

1.3.1. Elements of the Therapeutic Bond or Relationship
1.3.2. Personal, Attitudinal, Emotional and Behavioral Characteristics of the Psychotherapist
1.3.3. Personal, Attitudinal, Emotional and Behavioral Characteristics of the Patient that Will Pose Problemas in the Therapeutic Relationship
1.3.4. Emotional Bonding Using the "U" Technique

1.4. Pharmacological Strategies

1.4.1. Mechanisms of Action of Pharmacokinetics
1.4.2. Mechanisms of Action of Hypothermia

1.5. Antidepressants

1.5.1. Tricyclics
1.5.2. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (ISRS)
1.5.3. Mixed Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
1.5.4. Mixed Quaternary Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

1.6. Anxiolytics

1.6.1. Benzodiazepines

1.7. Mood Stabilizers
1.8. Antipsychotics
1.9. Psychological Strategies
1.10. Clinical Cases

Module 2. The Clinical Interview with the Psychotic Patient and Personality Disorders

2.1. Active Interview (CHSV)

2.1.1. Information Theory
2.1.2. Communication Channels
2.1.3. Communication System

2.2. Axioms of the Interview

2.2.1. It is Impossible Not To Communicate
2.2.2. Content and Relationship
2.2.3. Affective Value
2.2.4. Digital and Analog Communication
2.2.5. Symmetry and Asymmetry

2.3. Exploring Communication

2.3.1. Verbal Communication
2.3.2. Non-Verbal Communication
2.3.3. Double Bond
2.3.4. Psychopathology of Communication
2.3.5. A Gesture is Worth a Thousand Words

2.4. Medical History

2.4.1. Personal
2.4.2. Family
2.4.3. Generational

2.5. Medical History

2.5.1. Psychopathological Biography
2.5.2. Biography of Medical Diseases
2.5.3. Biography Social Problems

2.6. General Structure of the Mental Examination

2.6.1. Non-Verbal Communication and Emotions
2.6.2. Communication Around a Table

2.7. Semiology

2.7.1. Signs
2.7.2. Symptoms

2.8. Epistemology of Diagnosis

2.8.1. Descriptive Syndromic Diagnosis Against the Disease
2.8.2. Nosology Categorical Versus Dimensional Diagnosis

2.9. Multiple Diagnoses and Comorbidity

2.10. Clinical Versus Forensic Criteria
2.11. Expert Interview Biases to Avoid
2.12. Clinical Cases

Module 3. Questionnaires and Tests Used in the Diagnosis of Psychosis and Personality Disorders

3.1. Projective Techniques in Expert Appraisal
3.2. Rorschach Test

3.2.1. Application
3.2.2. Presentation of Sheets
3.2.3. Reaction Time
3.2.4. Time of the Patient in Front of the Sheet
3.2.5. The Survey
3.2.6. Rorschach Assessment

3.3. Expressive Techniques
3.4. Drawing (HTP)

3.4.1. From the House
3.4.2. Tree
3.4.3. Person

3.5. Free Drawing
3.6. Family Drawing
3.7. Düss Fables
3.8. Desiderative Test
3.9. Max Lüscher Color Test
3.10. Thematic Apperception Test TAT
3.11. Psychometric Tests in Expertise
3.12. Wechsler Intelligence Test

3.12.1. WISC-IV
3.12.2. WAIS-IV

3.13. Neuropsychological Maturity Questionnaire
3.14. Raven's Progressive Arrays
3.15. The Goodenough Test
3.16. The Personality Test
3.17. Millon Multiaxial Clinical Millon Inventory (MCMI-III)

3.17.1. Modifying Scales: Desirability and Index of Alteration
3.17.2. Basic Personality Scales: Schizoid, Avoidant, Depressive, Depressive, Dependent, Histrionic, Narcissistic, Antisocial, Aggressive-Sadistic, Compulsive, Passive-Aggressive, Self-Destructive
3.17.3. Severe Personality Scales: Schizotypal, Borderline and Paranoid
3.17.4. Moderate Clinical Syndromes: Anxiety, Hysteriform, Hypomania, Depressive Neurosis, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Abuse, P-Trauma Stress D
3.17.5. Severe Clinical Syndromes: Psychotic Thinking, Major Depression and Psychotic Delirium

3.18. 16 Catell PF-5

3.18.1. Agreeableness, Reasonableness, Stability, Dominance, Encouragement, Attention to Standards, Boldness, Sensitivity, Vigilance, Abstraction, Privacy, Apprehension, Openness to Change, Self-sufficiency, Perfectionism and Tension. Incorporates a "Social Desirability" (SI), an "Infrequency" (IN) and an "Acquiescence" (AQ) Scale to Control for Response Bias

3.19. Child and Adolescent Assessment System BASC

3.19.1. Internalized problems: Depression, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Somatic Complaints, Obsessive-Compulsion and Post-Traumatic Symptomatology
3.19.2. Externalized Problems: Hyperactivity and Impulsivity, Attention Problems, Aggressiveness, Defiant Behavior, Anger Control Problems, Antisocial Behavior
3.19.3. Specific Problems: Developmental Delay, Eating Behavior Problems, Learning Disabilities, Schizotypy, Substance Abuse, etc

3.20. Personality Assessment Inventory PAI

3.20.1. 4 Validity Scales (Inconsistency, Infrequency, Negative Impression, Positive Impression)
3.20.2. 11 Clinical Scales (Somatic Complaints, Anxiety, Anxiety-Related Disorders, Depression, Mania, Paranoia, Schizophrenia, Borderline Traits, Antisocial Traits, Alcohol Problems, Drug Problems)
3.20.3.  5 Scales of Consideration for Treatment (Aggression, Suicidal Thoughts, Stress, Lack of Social Support, and Refusal of Treatment)
3.20.4. 2 Scales of Interpersonal Relationships (Dominance and Agreeableness)
3.20.5. 30 Subscales Providing More Detailed Information

3.21. Children's Personality Questionnaire CPQ

3.21.1. Reserved/Open, Low/High Intelligence, Emotionally Affected/Stable, Calm/Excitable, Submissive/Dominant, Sober/Enthusiastic, Unconcerned/Conscientious, Inhibited/Intrepid, Hard/Soft Sensitivity, Confident/Doubtful, Simple/Astute, Serene/Apprehensive, Less or More Integrated, and Relaxed/Tensed

3.22. Clinical Analysis Questionnaire-CAQ
3.23. Trait-State Anxiety Questionnaire in Children STAIC and in Adults STAI
3.24. Multifactor Self-Assessment Test of Child Adjustment - TAMAI
3.25. Questionnaire for the Assessment of Adopters, Caregivers, Guardians and Mediators
3.26. Short Symptom Checklist - SCL-90 R
3.27. Study of the Story's Credibility

3.27.1. CBCA System (Criteria Based Content Analysis)
3.27.2. The Statement Validity Assessment (SVA) UdoUndeutsch
3.27.3. SVA = Interview + CBCA + Validity Checklist

3.28. Clinical Cases

Module 4. Psychotic Psychopathology

4.1. Schizophrenia
4.2. Schizophreniform Disorder
4.3. Schizoaffective Disorder
4.4. Delusional Disorder
4.5. Brief Psychotic Disorder
4.6. Substance-Induced Psychotic Disorder
4.7. Catatonia
4.8. Bipolar Disorder

4.8.1. Type I
4.8.2. Type I

4.9. Cyclothymic Disorder

4.9.1. With Anxiety

4.10. Delirium

4.10.1. For Substance Intoxication
4.10.2. For Substance Withdrawal
4.10.3. Medication-Induced

4.11. Alzheimer’s Disease
4.12. Frontotemporal Lobe Degeneration
4.13. Traumatic Brain Injury
4.14. Vascular Disease
4.15. Parkinson’s Disease
4.16. Huntington's Disease
4.17. Neurological Malignant Syndrome
4.18. Disorders Caused by Medication

4.18.1. Acute Dystonia
4.18.2. Akathisia
4.18.3. Tardive Dyskinesia
4.18.4. Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome

4.19. Clinical Cases

Module 5. Personality Disorders and Associated Pathologies

5.1. General Personality Disorder

5.1.1. Cognition
5.1.2.  Affectivity
5.1.3. Interpersonal Functioning
5.1.4. Impulse Control

5.2. Intervention in Personality Disorders
5.3. Paranoid

5.3.1. Mistrust
5.3.2. Suspiciousness
5.3.3. Deception
5.3.4. Concern
5.3.5. Resentment

5.4. Schizoid

5.4.1. Displacer
5.4.2. Loneliness
5.4.3. Disinterest
5.4.4. Difficulty in Intimate Relationships
5.4.5.  Emotional Coldness

5.5. Schizotypal

5.5.1. Reference Idea
5.5.2. Unusual Perception
5.5.3. Strange Thoughts
5.5.4. Suspiciousness
5.5.5. Inappropriate Affection
5.5.6. Strange Appearance
5.5.7. Social Anxiety

5.6. Antisocial

5.6.1. Illegality
5.6.2. Deception
5.6.3. Impulsiveness
5.6.4. Irresponsibility
5.6.5. Absence of Remorse

5.7. Limit

5.7.1. Homelessness
5.7.2. Interpersonal Instability
5.7.3. Abnormalities About Identity
5.7.4. Autolysis
5.7.5. Affective Instability
5.7.6. Chronic Emptiness
5.7.8. Irritability

5.8. Histrionic

5.8.1. Theatrical
5.8.2. Seduction
5.8.3. Emotional Lability
5.8.4. Self-Dramatization
5.8.5. Suggestibility

5.9. Narcissist

5.9.1. Megalomania
5.9.2. Fantasies of Success
5.9.3. Priviledge
5.9.4. Exploits Relationships
5.9.5. Lacks Empathy
5.9.6. Envy

5.10. Evasion

5.10.1. Avoidance
5.10.2. Shame
5.10.3. Concern over Criticism
5.10.4. Inhibition in Relationships
5.10.5. Does not Take Risks

5.11. Dependent

5.11.1. Indecision
5.11.2. Can Not Take Responsibility
5.11.3. Discomfort
5.11.4. Fear of Loneliness
5.11.5. Irrational Fear

5.12. Obsessive Compulsive

5.12.1. Concern
5.12.2. Perfectionism
5.12.3. Excessive Dedication
5.12.4. Hyperawareness
5.12.5. Collectionism
5.12.6. Greed

5.13. Intervention in Dissociative Disorders

5.13.1. Dissociative Identity Disorder
5.13.2. Dissociative Amnesia
5.13.3. Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder

5.14. Intervention in Impulse Control Disorders

5.14.1. Oppositional Defiant Disorder
5.14.2. Intermittent Explosive Disorder
5.14.3. Behavioral Disorder
5.14.4. Destructive Disorder

5.15. Intervention in Eating Disorders

5.15.1. Pica
5.15.2. Anorexia Nervosa
5.15.3. Bulimia Nervosa

5.16. Intervention in Sleep Disorders

5.16.5. Insomnia
5.16.6. Hypersomnia
5.16.7. Narcolepsy
5.16.8. Central Sleep Apnea
5.16.9. Parasomnia

5.17. Interventions in Addictive Behavior Disorders
5.18. Clinical Cases

Module 6. Intervention in Personality and Psychotic Disorders From the Most Relevant Models

6.1. Behavioral Therapy in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.2. Cognitive Therapy in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.3. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.4. Stress Management Therapy in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.5. Beck’s Cognitive Therapy in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.6. Cognitive Therapies Video Lesson
6.7. Human Therapies in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.8. Gestalt Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapies in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.9. Interpersonal Therapy in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.10. Human Therapies Video Lesson
6.11. Time-Limited Psychotherapy (Eclectic Psychotherapy) in Personality and Psychotic Disorders
6.12. Clinical Cases

Module 7. Psychosocial Intervention in Psychotic Disorders

7.1. Family Mediation

7.1.1. Pre-Mediation
7.1.2. Negotiation
7.1.3. Mediation

7.1.3.1. Reconciliation
7.1.3.2. Reparation

7.2. Notion of Conflict

7.2.1. Changing the Attitude Towards Team Cooperation
7.2.2. Improve Attitude
7.2.3. Emphasizing Performance

7.3. Types of Conflict

7.3.1. Attraction-Attraction
7.3.2. Evasion-Evasion
7.3.3. Attraction-Evasion

7.4. Mediation, Arbitration and Neutral Evaluation

7.4.1. Mediator is Present, Does Not Have an Influence
7.4.2. Arbitration Makes Decisions by Listening to the Parties
7.4.3. Neutral Evaluation Draw Consequences From the Data Obtained

7.5. Coaching and Psychology

7.5.1. Equalities
7.5.2. Differences
7.5.3. Contradictions
7.5.4. Impersonation

7.6. Learning in Coaching

7.6.1. Declaring Bankruptcy
7.6.2. Stripping Off the Masks
7.6.3. Re-Engineering Ourselves
7.6.4. Focusing on the Task

7.7. Facing Challenges that can be Taken on

7.7.1. Locus of Control
7.7.2. Expectations

7.8. Focused on the Activity

7.8.1. Focusing Techniques
7.8.2. Thought Control techniques

7.9. Clear Goals

7.9.1. Definition of Where We Are
7.9.2. Definition of Where we Want to Go

7.10. Feeding Back on the Activity

7.10.1. Placing the Attitude in Action and not in Anticipatory Thinking
7.10.2. Verbalizing Small Achievements
7.10.3. Be Flexible and Allow for Frustration

7.11. Working on Self-Deception

7.11.1. Know that We are Lying to Ourselves
7.11.2. Know that We Modify Reality
7.11.3. Knowing that We Conform Reality to our Beliefs

7.12. Conflict Management

7.12.1. Emotional Management
7.12.2. Saying What I Think, but From HOME Emotions

7.13. Dialogue With Beliefs

7.13.1. Self-Dialogue
7.13.2. Cognitive restructuring

7.14. Managing Stress

7.14.1. Breathing Techniques
7.14.2. Emotional Management Techniques
7.14.3. Relaxation Techniques

7.15. Emotional Management

7.15.1. Identifying Emotions
7.15.2. Identifying Suitable Emotions
7.15.3. Changing Emotions for Others

7.16. Biology of the Stress Response
7.17. Biochemistry of Stress

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