Giacomo Mancini

Giacomo Mancini is an Associate Professor at the University of Bologna, affiliated with the Department of Educational Sciences 'Giovanni Maria Bertin'. His expertise lies in Clinical Psychology and Developmental Psychopathology, with a focus on emotional development, psychological distress assessment, and psychotherapy in childhood and adolescence. He leads the Counseling, Supervision, and Psychological Support Service for socio-educational professionals.

Education:

• PhD in General and Clinical Psychology (2011)
• Registered Clinical Psychologist (Emilia Romagna, 2001)
• Specialist in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy (2006)

Research & Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary projects such as 'Educational Distress: Support for Teaching Professionalism' (Erasmus+), 'EDEITO' (Eating Disorders and Emotional Intelligence), and 'Parental Burnout' (PRIN-funded). Collaborates with hospitals, mental health services, and educational institutions.

Awards:

• 2015 Recognition of Merit from CiPs.Ps.ia
• 2010 Award for 'Emotional Intelligence in Developmental Age' (University of Bologna)

Teaching & Training: Teaches Clinical Psychology and Developmental Psychopathology. Engaged in teacher training, professional supervision, and prevention of psychological distress in schools. Formerly taught at the University of Urbino and specialized psychotherapy schools.

Labs/Teams: Member of the CESAF (Center for Studies on Discomfort and Addictions) and editorial boards of Journal of Clinical Medicine and Frontiers in Psychology.