Psychopathological trajectories in adulthood: from neurodevelopmental disorders (autism and adhd) to trauma in complex clinical and therapeutic setting
Description of Postgraduate Degree Course
General Information
Level: Second-Level
Field of study: Medicine and Pharmacy
Duration: Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Ibrida
Location: Pisa
CFUs: 60
Admission application: Iscrizioni aperte dal 20 July 2026 al 01 December 2026
Start date: 01 February 2027
Italian
Italian
The Postgraduate Degree Course is designed for psychiatrists, child and adolescent neuropsychiatrists, psychologists and other healthcare professionals seeking advanced training in the diagnosis, clinical management and treatment of mental disorders in adults, with particular emphasis on the complexity of psychopathological trajectories originating from neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and their interaction with traumatic experiences.
The course combines lectures and supervised clinical placements, enabling participants to develop advanced clinical, neurobiological, pharmacological and psychotherapeutic skills aimed at providing comprehensive, person-centred care and delivering integrated, continuous and high-quality treatment pathways.
The programme equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills required to address the mental health needs of people with complex psychiatric disorders throughout the lifespan, with particular attention to pathways of vulnerability and conditions associated with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Career opportunities
The Postgraduate Degree Course prepares professionals to work in services dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and long-term care of people with complex mental disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders across childhood and adulthood.
Graduates may pursue careers in psychiatric and child and adolescent neuropsychiatry services, public and private hospitals, community mental health services, Addiction
Services (SerD), outpatient clinics and group practices, as well as residential and semi-residential care facilities, therapeutic communities, day-care centres, family homes and family counselling centres.
Thecourse also provides the expertise required to work in services supporting people with neurodevelopmental disorders, adolescents and young adults with complex care needs, promoting multidisciplinary and continuous care throughout the lifespan.
Fees
Regular students:
2000 € payable in 2 instalments
- 800 € no later than 21 January 2027
- 1200 € no later than 15 April 2027
Auditing students:
free
Registration fee reductions are available for 1 students as specified in the call for applications.
