Neuropsychology of Attention and Memory

The Postgraduate Certificate in Neuropsychology of Attention and Memory will help you update your knowledge in research and qualify you as a practicing professional"

The Postgraduate Certificate in Neuropsychology of Attention and Memory has been created with the aim of understanding that the development and improvement of research in the field of psychology involves focusing not only on the content to be developed, but also on the different methodologies and techniques used to achieve the objectives set more efficiently. It aims to respond to the whole context that surrounds both the research itself and the field of knowledge in which the research is framed. 

The program focuses on the study of neuropsychology and the relationship between the brain and behavior, as well as the physiology and pharmacology of attention and memory. It also delves into the symptoms, syndromes and disorders of attention and memory, with special emphasis on the relationships between these two abilities and psychological processes. Enhance your skills thanks to this program that will allow you to work at the highest level in research in the field of psychology. 

Through this program, you will be able to incorporate the competencies associated with the researcher in psychology through a broad, objective and experiential description of the elements to be applied during your practice. From the most general to the most specific and transversal, analyzing all the stages that make up a piece of research. Research is a fundamental section in any field, since all the existing theoretical content is based on it.   

Access the latest methodologies in applied psychology, master the writing of articles or delve into data analysis. Become a research professional in psychology"

This Postgraduate Certificate in Neuropsychology of Attention and Memory contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Psychology and Scientific Research
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for carrying out research
• News and innovations on research in the different fields of psychology
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the situations that are presented to the student
• Special emphasis on research 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

This Postgraduate Certificate aims to provide a methodological renewal taking into account the demands of current research and offering the most innovative strategies and tools”

It includes a very broad teaching staff made up of experts in psychology, who share their work experience in this program, as well as recognized specialists from leading communities 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 an immersive learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations. 

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

The Postgraduate Certificate in Neuropsychology of Attention and Memory will allow you to obtain specialized knowledge in active methodologies"

With this Postgraduate Certificate you will delve into social behavior and education, so that you will be able to enhance your ability to publish in the field of psychology"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals in psychology research, aware of the relevance of updating in order to delve deeper into the field of knowledge and produce publications of academic quality. 

The Postgraduate Certificate in Neuropsychology of Attention and Memory contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market"

Module 1. Neuropsychology of Attention and Memory

1.1. Neuropsychology and Brain-Behavior Relationships 

1.1.1. What is Neuropsychology? 
1.1.2. Basic Concepts
1.1.3. Definitions and Approaches to Neuropsychology

1.2. Physiology and Pharmacology of Attention and Memory 

1.2.1. Psychobiology of Attentional Processes
1.2.2. Psychobiology of Memory
1.2.3. Psychopharmacology of the Attention Processes
1.2.4. Psychopharmacology of Memory

1.3. Advances in the Neuropsychological Assessment of Attentional Processes

1.3.1. Traditional Assessment of Attention
1.3.2. New Techniques for Measuring Attentional Processes
1.3.3. Ecological Validity of the Measures
1.3.4. Identification of Possible Biases in the Evaluation

1.4. Advances in the Neuropsychological Evaluation of Memory

1.4.1. Traditional Assessment of Human Memory
1.4.2. New Techniques for Measuring Memory-Related Processes
1.4.3. Ecological Validity of the Measures
1.4.4. Identification of Possible Biases in the Evaluation

1.5. Symptoms, Syndromes, and Attention Disorders

1.5.1. Possible Deficits in Attentional Processes
1.5.2. Attention Problems in Relation to Non-Attentional Disorders
1.5.3. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
1.5.4. Problems with ADHD Assessment and Treatment

1.6. Neuropsychological Foundations of Human Memory 

1.6.1. Memory Systems Identified in Humans
1.6.2. Declarative vs. Non-Declarative
1.6.3. Procedural Memory
1.6.4. Semantic Memory
1.6.5. Episodic and Autobiographical Memory

1.7. Symptoms, Syndromes and Memory Disorders 

1.7.1. Origins and Causes of Memory Problems
1.7.2. Anterograde Amnesia
1.7.3. Retrograde Amnesia
1.7.4. Amnesia of the Source
1.7.5. Psychogenic Amnesia
1.7.6. Childhood Amnesia: Possible Causes

1.8. Neuropsychology of Working Memory 

1.8.1. From Short-Term Memory to Working Memory
1.8.2. The Phonological Loop
1.8.3. The Visuospatial Agenda
1.8.4. The Central Executive as a Distributor of Resources
1.8.5. Convergence of Information in the System: The Episodic Buffer

1.9. Neuropsychology of Executive Functions 

1.9.1. Executive Functions: Concepts and Definitions
1.9.2. Approaches to the Study of Executive Functions
1.9.3. Explanatory Models of Executive Functions
1.9.4. Relationships of Executive Functions with Psychopathology

1.10. Relationships of Attention and Memory with Other Psychological Processes

1.10.1. Attention as the Basis of Other Basic Cognitive Processes
1.10.2. Memory as the Basis of Other Basic Cognitive Processes
1.10.3. Relations of Attention with Other Higher Psychological Processes
1.10.4. Relations of Memory with Other Higher Psychological Processes

Discover the importance of the professional’s orientation towards research and the implications of effective accompaniment in this field”