In-depth study of acute psychotic disorder in adolescents and the latest advances in this field”

This Postgraduate diploma oriented to mental health professionals consists of 6 months of duration, where students will learn the most advanced and updated knowledge about the Main Psychotic Disorders.

Thus, the specialized teaching team with extensive experience in the field of psychology and psychiatry will address the current classifications of delusional ideas, the most fundamental clinical and diagnostic aspects to address them, taking into account the prognostic factors in the different ages in which these mental health diseases occur.

This 100% online program will allow students to delve into the prognosis and the impact of treatment on the evolution of the acute or transient psychotic patient from the pharmacological and psychotherapeutic point of view. The new lines of research in this area will be a key point in this course that seeks to update the knowledge of the participating health professionals.

The mental health professional will deepen in this program in schizoaffective and schizophreniform disorders, with the teaching staff focusing on the main clinical aspects and the various related differential diagnoses.

An online program that facilitates the renewal of knowledge to the mental health professional with an online teaching model based on a Relearning learning system, a wide range of multimedia resources and real case simulations so that the psychologists can apply it with their patients.

Delve into the short-, medium- and long-term impact of treatment with this Postgraduate diploma”

The Postgraduate diploma in Main Psychotic Disorders contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Psychology and Psychotic Disorders
• Graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out 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

The library of multimedia resources and simulations of real cases allow the professionals to acquire updated knowledge that is closer to reality”

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

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

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

Delve into the treatment of schizophreniform disorder from the pharmacological and psychotherapeutic point of view with this 100% online course"

Access the latest scientific advances in delusional disorder with this Postgraduate diploma"

The syllabus of the Postgraduate diploma has been developed by a specialized teaching team that has broken down the program into 3 modules. These modules cover delusional disorder, the psychotherapeutic approach, rehabilitation strategies and scientific advances. In addition, the course will also cover acute and transient psychotic disorder, as well as other highly relevant disorders such as schizoaffective disorder (ASD). The professionals will be able to access all the content of this program from the first day and distribute the teaching load according to their needs, thus allowing them to update their knowledge in a simpler and more agile way.

A quality syllabus at the forefront of academic teaching will provide you with the latest knowledge in psychotic disorders”

Module 1. Delusional Disorder

1.1. Current DSM-V Classification and Changes from Other Editions
1.2. The Different Connotations of Delusional Disorder up to the 21st Century

1.2.1. Epidemiology and Current Figures

1.3. Clinical Features of Delusional Disorder

1.3.1. Classification of the Different Subtypes of Delusional Disorders

1.4. Diagnostic Modalities in Delusional Disorder
1.5. Evolution of this Disorder

1.5.1. Prognosis According to Age Ranges

1.6. Vital Repercussion and Quality of Life of Patients with Delusional Disorder
1.7. Pharmacological Treatment Proposals

1.7.1. The Patient's Awareness of Illness

1.8. The Psychotherapeutic Approach and Rehabilitation Strategies
1.9. Delusional Disorder up to at Different Stages of Life
1.10. Scientific Advances in Delusional Disorder

1.10.1. Studies and Current Situation

Module 2. Acute and Transitory Psychotic Disorder

2.1. Conceptualization and Nosological Changes up to the Present Day
2.2. Epidemiology and Current Situation
2.3. Epidemiology and Current Situation
2.4. Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis
2.5. Course and Prognosis

2.5.1. Risk Factors and Protection in its Evolution

2.6. Gender and its Different Presentations in this Psychotic Entity
2.7. Influence of Substance use in its Onset and Development

2.7.1. Studies and Expert Voices on the Subject

2.8. Acute Psychotic Disorder in Adolescents

2.8.1. Connotations and Future Repercussions

2.9. Pharmacological Approach

2.9.1. Impact of Treatment in the Short, Medium and Long-Term

2.10. Psychotherapeutic Approach

2.10.1. Relevant Aspects in New Approaches

Module 3. Other Psychotic Entities

3.1. Schizoaffective Disorder (SAD) and its Evolution in the Classification up to DSM-5

3.1.1. Etiopathogenesis of SAD
3.1.2. Epidemiology

3.2. SAD: Clinical Features and Evolution
3.3. Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis of SAD
3.4. Approach to SAD

3.4.1. Pharmacological
3.4.2. Psychotherapeutic
3.4.3. Prognosis

3.5. Schizophreniform Disorder

3.5.1. Epidemiology
3.5.2. Clinical Aspects and Diagnosis

3.6. Evolution of Schizophreniform Disorder

3.6.1. Prognosis

3.7. Treatment of Schizophreniform Disorder

3.7.1. Pharmacological
3.7.2. Psychotherapeutic Aspects

3.8. Catatonia

3.8.1. Etiological Factors
3.8.2. Clinical Manifestations

3.9. Diagnosis of Catatonia

3.9.1. Differential Diagnosis of Catatonia

3.10. Evolution of Catatonia

3.10.1. Prognosis of Catatonia

A program where you will deepen in the differential diagnosis of catatonia and its evolution”