Neuroscience 1 WF-FI-KGN-NN1
Students will learn about the structure and function of the healthy brain through thematic modules such as the “social brain” and the “empathetic/altruistic brain.” In addition, the course will cover the structure and function of the brain in a wide range of clinical groups, presented through thematic blocks such as the “hungry brain,” “aggressive brain,” “social brain,” “injured brain,” “autistic brain,” “anxious brain,” “depressed brain,” “addicted brain,” “self-destructive brain,” “aging brain,” “developing brain,” “post-stroke brain,” “brain in epilepsy,” and “brain in multiple sclerosis.”
As part of the introduction to Clinical Neuroscience, diagnostic categories according to ICD‑10/11 and DSM‑5 will be discussed, along with the epidemiology, etiology, clinical presentation, and course of mental disorders.
The program will also address diagnostic methods, including neuroimaging techniques such as electroencephalography (EEG), magnetoencephalography (MEG), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and positron emission tomography (PET). The curriculum includes an overview of therapeutic interventions aimed at reducing symptoms and improving emotional and cognitive functioning (e.g., nutritional rehabilitation, psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, social cognition and neurocognition training, and post-stroke rehabilitation).
The course will be enriched with numerous clinical case presentations and reviews of scientific research.
(in Polish) E-Learning
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Learning outcomes
1. Knowledge of the basics of clinical neuroscience
Students will understand the fundamental concepts and theories related to clinical neuroscience.
They will be able to explain the structure and functions of the brain and their relationship to behavior and mental processes.
2. Diagnosis and classification of disorders
Students will be able to recognize and classify mental disorders according to ICD‑10/11 and DSM‑5.
They will be able to describe the etiopathogenesis, epidemiology, and clinical presentation of various mental disorders.
They will understand the applications of selected neuroimaging methods.
3. Analysis of clinical cases
Students will be capable of analyzing clinical cases, identifying symptoms, and proposing appropriate therapeutic interventions.
They will be able to use scientific literature and the latest research to support their analyses.
4. Therapeutic interventions
Students will become familiar with various therapeutic methods, such as psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and nutritional rehabilitation.
They will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of different therapeutic interventions in the context of neural changes.
5. Critical thinking and research skills
Students will develop critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze scientific data.
They will be able to prepare and present academic work in a selected area of clinical neuroscience.
6. Communication and collaboration
Students will develop communication and teamwork skills, which are essential in clinical practice.
They will be able to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and other professionals.
Assessment criteria
Attendance = REQUIRED for course completion (e.g., minimum 75%)
Preparation of a scientific presentation on a selected topic within the Clinical Neuroscience program
Written knowledge test
Grade Requirements
Grade 5.0: comprehensive knowledge + analysis + critical thinking
Grade 4.0: good knowledge + correct argumentation
Grade 3.0: basic knowledge + simple reasoning
Grade 2.0: insufficient knowledge
Attendance = REQUIRED for course completion (e.g., minimum 75%)
POINT THRESHOLDS
91–100 points = 5.0
81–90 points = 4.5
71–80 points = 4.0
61–70 points = 3.5
51–60 points = 3.0
0–50 points = 2.0
Bibliography
References
American Psychiatric Association. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Fifth edition, 2013
ICD-11 International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision The global standard for diagnostic health information.
Passingham Richard. Neuronauka poznawcza.
Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego 2021
Francis Stevens. Neuronauka afektywna w psychoterapii.Edra Urban & Partner
2025.
King JA et al. Global cortical thinning in acute anorexia nervosa normalizes following long-term weight restoration.
Biol Psychiatry. 2015; 77(7):624-32
Katarzyna Kucharska (Red.). Zdrowie psychiczne mężczyzny.
Pułapki autodestrukcji. PWN 2025
Marek Jarema (redaktor). Podręcznik dla studentów medycyny. Wydawnictwo Lekarskie PZWL, 2016
Kucharska K. (redaktor naukowy) W pułapce autodestrukcyjnego mózgu nastolatka. Skuteczna terapia. Wydawnictwo UKSW, Warszawa 2022.
Rekomendowane pozycje książkowe:
Bear Mark, Connors Barry, Paradiso Michael A. Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain, Enhanced Edition: Exploring the Brain, Enhanced Edition. Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2020
Longstaff Alan, red. Wróbel Andrzej. Neurobiologia - krótkie wykłady. PWN 2024.
Narkiewicz Olgierd, Moryś Janusz. Neuroanatomia czynnościowa i kliniczna. PZWL 2014
Pąchalska Maria Kaczmarek Bożydar Kropotov Juri D. Neuropsychologia kliniczna. Od teorii do praktyki. PWN 2018.
Ronda L.D., Tangney, J.T., Katarzyna Kucharska (red .wydania polskiego) (2019). Wstyd w sesji terapeutycznej (przekład polski). Edra Urban&Partner. Wroclaw 2019 NR ISBN 978-83-66310-07-0. DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-52243-8_14
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