TNP604 - PSYCHOSOMATIC MEDICINE

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
PSYCHOSOMATIC MEDICINE TNP604 Any Semester/Year 2 0 2 6
PrequisitesNot defined
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Question and Answer
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
Case Study
Problem Solving
Brain Storming
 
Instructor (s)Dr. BaÅŸaran Demir 
Course objectiveTo expand the knowledge and skills of the participants? on the role of psychological factors in the development of bodily illnesses 
Learning outcomes
  1. At the conclusion of this class the participants will be able to understand the role of psychological factors on the development of the bodily illnesses and its implications on the treatment of these conditions.
Course ContentBodily illnesses of each systems as in an interaction with psychological and psychiatric parameters. 
ReferencesThe American Psychiatric Publishing. Textbook of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry; Psychiatry in the Medically Ill. 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Psychological and psychiatric aspects of dermatological illnesses
Week 2Psychological and psychiatric aspects of cardiovascular diseases
Week 3Psychological and psychiatric aspects of gastrointestinal disorders
Week 4Psychological and psychiatric aspects of medical illnesses
Week 5Psychological and psychiatric aspects of urological diseases
Week 6Psychological and psychiatric aspects of rheumatological diseases
Week 7Psychological and psychiatric aspects of respiratory illnesses
Week 8Psychological and psychiatric aspects of clinical conditions in plastic surgery
Week 9Psychological and psychiatric aspects of clinical conditions in general surgery
Week 10Psychological and psychiatric aspects of clinical conditions in obstetrics and gynecology
Week 11Psychological and psychiatric aspects of neurological diseases
Week 12Alexithymia and somatization
Week 13Psychological and psychiatric aspects of immunological illnesses
Week 14Psychological and psychiatric aspects of pain
Week 15General test preparation
Week 16General examination

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance145
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments1410
Presentation1410
Project00
Seminar00
Midterms125
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes050
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes050
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 2 28
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application000
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14570
Presentation / Seminar Preparation14228
Project000
Homework assignment155
Midterms (Study duration)12020
Final Exam (Study duration) 13030
Total Workload4564181

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. He/She becomes familiar with the scientific advanced knowledge in the field of Clinical Neurological and Psychiatric Sciences and has the ability to use the information received.    X
2. He/She is able to follow recent national and/or international publications in the clinical neurological and psychiatric sciences, especially about the candidate's own field of study, use the information obtained from these references and acquires the latest literature knowledge about the scientific studies he/she is conducting.  X  
3. He/She obtains enough scientific information, statistical knowledge and technical experience in the field of Clinical Neurological and Psychiatric Sciences so that he/she will be able to evaluate the recent researches that are being presented at both national and international congresses and propose his/her opinion. In addition he/she may evaluate the studies at a level that is sufficient to be a referee for scientific journals.   X 
4. At the end of the program, the candidate becomes an example, especially with his scientific knowledge and skills in his / her field. He/She can conduct joint projects with researchers from other fields and transfer his/her own knowledge to new beginners. Candidate has the ability to reach information efficaciously, and compare the previously obtained data with his/her own data and make critical assessment.   X  
5. Candidate becomes an independent investigator, especially in his / her area of interest, and transfers his/her experiences to beginners. He/She can set up his/her own laboratory and compose a working team, and has the capacity to design and implement new methods.  X  
6. Candidate follows up-to-date technical information and is prone to apply new methods. He/she is open to all kinds of ideas, can discuss their advantages and disadvantages ,and he/she has the ability to criticize these ideas with all aspects. He/She is open-minded for multidisciplinary work and contributes to the work.    X

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