CTS581: Applied Neuropsychology and Psychoneuroimmunology (PNínsula)

PNínsula group focuses on applying neuropsychology and psychoneuroimmunology to pressing societal challenges such as stress during pregnancy, obesity, neurodevelopmental issues in developing countries and gender-based violence. All research conducted by the group adopts a translational approach, examining phenomena from their underlying brain and immune mechanisms up to their clinical application through the development of innovative assessment and treatment tools.

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Research lines

  • Understanding stress mechanisms in autoimmune diseases and developing neuropsychological rehabilitation programs.
  • Research on neuropsychological alterations and mechanisms related to addiction and obesity.
  • Improving procedures and tools for detecting malingering in forensic neuropsychological assessment.
  • Understanding differences in neuropsychological performance among individuals and patients from different cultural backgrounds.
  • Applying neuropsychology to the study of gender-based violence and the neuropsychological sequelae experienced by abused women.
  • Examining the influence of nutrition and socioeconomic and social conditions on neurodevelopment.

Coordinator

Miguel Pérez García @email

Research Lines Associated with the María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence

  • Clinical and Health Psychology 
  • Clinical Neuropsychology 
  • Gender Studies