Description

Turn your professional career around by specializing in the area of mental disorders and dual pathology"

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In the world of mental health, the coexistence of two or more psychiatric disorders in the same individual is called Dual Pathology. Specifically, it refers to the convergence of an addiction disorder and a psychiatric disorder in one person. These patients present a much more serious clinical and social condition, so adequate treatment to mitigate the consequences of these pathologies becomes crucial.

One of the diseases that usually occurs in Dual Pathology is psychotic disorders, which are very prevalent and a very prominent cause of disability. Therefore, in this Postgraduate Diploma, we offer an in-depth perspective of this area with special emphasis on the most innovative aspects of treatment. Furthermore, throughout the course, students will gain in-depth knowledge of the tools for differential diagnosis and the treatments for the main psychotic disorders.

In addition, mood disorders are the second cause of disability on the planet. That's why, during this Postgraduate Diploma, we will review the main changes in the evolution of the concept and the innovative treatments of these disorders. All of this will provide the student with in-depth knowledge that will allow them to establish the most effective treatment plans in each case.

Finally, in the Postgraduate Diploma, we will cover the disorders related to substance abuse which are associated with a very significant morbidity and mortality rate and represent a major health problem that extends beyond mental health. In this program we will go deeper into substance addictions with up-to-date information on behavioral addictions.

All of this information is condensed in a 100% online program that provides the student with the ease of being able to study it comfortably, wherever and whenever they want. All you need is a device with internet access to take your career one step further.

Study comfortably wherever and whenever you want. These are just some of the advantages that TECH methodology offers you”

This postgraduate diploma in Severe Mental Disorder/Dual Pathology contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the program include:  

  • Practical cases presented by experts in Medicine and Psychiatry
  • The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
  • 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

Dual pathology requires an effective and complex approach. That’s why specializing in this area is fundamental”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this 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 learning programmed to train 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 professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Addictions are currently a problem which affects millions of people. Moreover, if these are combined with other psychiatric pathologies, they can be further aggravated"

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Update your knowledge in a comfortable and effective way with this Postgraduate Diploma that TECH offers you. It’s the most complete program on the market"

Objectives

With the aim of providing physicians with in-depth knowledge that will allow them to carry out their work in this field of expertise, TECH has created this postgraduate diploma which not only includes the best theoretical content, but also an excellent teaching team who will be responsible for imparting theoretical lessons and teaching students through practical case studies. It is therefore a unique opportunity that will allow professionals to advance in a growing sector and positively contribute to society through new approaches to mental health pathologies, thereby generating a better quality of life for affected individuals.

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Your goals become one with TECH's goals and can be achieved with this program"

General Objectives

  • Improve clinical skills in interviewing, examination and diagnosis in psychiatry
  • Provide skills and strategies for clinical management in psychiatry
  • Keep physicians’ knowledge of new advances in psychiatry up to date
  • Master the skills for scientific research in psychiatry
  • Improve professional communication skills
  • Provide training for leadership in psychiatry
  • Know the peculiarities of the development of different specific areas
  • Know how to prevent and treat psychiatric epidemiology in the different stages of life
  • Gain up-to-date knowledge of the therapeutic strategies in the latest advances in psychiatry
  • Approach specific psychiatric problems
  • Provide skills and strategies for clinical management in psychiatry

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders

  • Gain in-depth knowledge of the tools for differential diagnosis and the treatments for the main psychotic disorders

Module 2. Mood Disorders

  • Gain in-depth knowledge in order to create a treatment plan for mood disorders

Module 3. Disorders due to Substance Use or Addictive Behaviors

  • Gain in-depth knowledge of addictions to various substances
  • Update students' knowledge of behavioral addictions
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You will learn from the best professionals about the apheresis technique, its purpose and usefulness in clinical practice" 

Postgraduate Diploma in Severe Mental Disorder/Dual Pathology

Severe mental disorder/dual pathology is a condition in which a person simultaneously suffers from a serious mental disorder and a substance abuse disorder. The term "dual pathology" refers to the presence of two different and co-existing diagnoses in an individual, in this case, a serious mental disorder such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, major depression, among others, and a problem with abuse or dependence on psychoactive substances, such as alcohol, illegal drugs or prescription medications.

The presence of dual pathology can make clinical care and therapy difficult, as the symptoms of the mental disorder and the effects of psychoactive substance use disorders can affect each other and can be very difficult to discern. In addition, the presence of a psychoactive substance use disorder can have a negative impact on the effectiveness of treatment for severe mental disorder. The treatment of dual pathology is often complex and may require the intervention of multiple professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and social workers. The primary goals of treatment are to achieve abstinence from substances and improve control of mental symptoms, as well as to improve the patient's quality of life. Common treatments include individual therapy, group therapy, pharmacological support, crisis management and recovery support.

TECH, the world's largest online university, has an academic program designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to understand serious mental disorders and dual pathology, as well as to assess and design specific treatment plans for these disorders. Students learn to use diagnostic tools to identify serious mental disorders and dual pathology, as well as to design psychological and psychiatric treatment plans for these patients. They also learn to evaluate the efficacy of different treatments for these disorders and to provide appropriate Nursing and rehabilitation interventions for these patients.