Basics of neurorehabilitation 2404-P-5-NP-PN

The main objective of the course is to introduce students to modern and advanced neurotherapy methods that can be used in neurorehabilitation and in neuropsychological practice. During the course, participants will have the opportunity to gain knowledge about various neurotherapeutic methods: neurofeedback, transcranial electrical stimulation, transcranial magnetic stimulation, audio-visual stimulation, and vagus nerve stimulation. Participants will learn what preliminary and diagnostic tests should be performed before starting training, how to conduct and monitor therapy. During the course, participants will be introduced to the equipment and software for training with selected methods.

Term 2022/23Z:

Term 2023/24Z:

Term 2024/25Z:

Total student workload

A total of 75 hours (3ECTS), including: hours conducted with the participation of teachers: 15 hours plus - time spent on individual student work: 60 hours (including): - preparation for classes: 30 hours - reading literature: 15 hours - preparation for the final colloquium (exam): 15 hours

Learning outcomes - knowledge

Directional Outcomes: K_W20: Understands basic concepts (biological, psychological, and social) explaining the emergence and development of mental disorders. K_W21: Is familiar with methods of providing psychological assistance (e.g., counseling, psychotherapy, psychological rehabilitation, psychoeducation); knows the principles governing the therapeutic process. K_W22: Has organized knowledge about the principles and norms of ethics, and is familiar with the ethical standards of the psychology profession. K_W26: Has organized, in-depth, detailed knowledge in the fields of clinical psychology, social psychology, animal psychology, or neuropsychology. Subject-Specific Outcomes: The student has basic knowledge about various methods of neurorehabilitation and neurotherapeutic techniques: neurofeedback, transcranial electrical stimulation, transcranial magnetic stimulation, auditory-visual stimulation, or vagus nerve stimulation. The student knows the potential applications of each of the aforementioned methods in the therapy of various types of central nervous system disorders. The student knows what monitoring techniques and effectiveness assessment methods can be used when applying each of these techniques.

Learning outcomes - skills

Directional Outcomes: K_K03: Possessing diagnostic and therapeutic competencies, applies them in a manner that respects the dignity and subjectivity of the individual; conveys information in a way that is understandable and tailored to the needs and developmental level of the recipient. K_K08: Is able to anticipate the multidirectional social consequences of their actions; is aware that the situation of psychological assistance is based on a specific interpersonal relationship. K_K10: Adheres to the ethical principles of psychology; in the relationship with the client, is guided by the fundamental principle of the client's well-being. Subject-Specific Outcomes: The student knows the principles of operation of individual neurotherapeutic methods and knows how to use these methods later in their psychology practice to help other people.

Learning outcomes - social competencies

Teaching methods

Expository Methods: - informational lecture (conventional): - conversational lecture Inquiry Methods: -exercise -based data analysis Expository Methods: - demonstration

Observation/demonstration teaching methods

- display

Expository teaching methods

- participatory lecture
- informative (conventional) lecture

Exploratory teaching methods

- seminar
- practical

Type of course

specific course (attribute withdrawn)

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of biological mechanisms of behavior (human neuroanatomy and neurophysiology). Completed course in psychophysiology (primarily familiarity with basic issues concerning the measurement and analysis of brain activity.

Course coordinators

Term 2022/23Z:

Rafał Milner

Term 2023/24Z:

Monika Lewandowska
Rafał Milner

Term 2024/25Z:

Monika Lewandowska
Rafał Milner

Assessment criteria

To pass the course, a written exam must be taken.

Exam: Multiple-choice test + descriptive questions with a minimum 50% threshold required for passing.

Practical placement

not applicable

Bibliography

- Thompson, M., & Thompson, L. (2012). Neurofeedback: Wprowadzenie do podstawowych koncepcji psychofizjologii stosowanej. Biomed Neurotechnologie.
- Coben, R., & Evans, J. R. (2011). Neurofeedback and Neuromodulation Techniques and Applications. Elsevier/Academic Press.
- Demos, J. N. (2005). Getting started with neurofeedback. WW Norton & Company.
- Kadosh, R. C. (2014). The stimulated brain: Cognitive enhancement using non-invasive brain stimulation. Elsevier.

Term 2022/23Z:

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Additional information

Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system:

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