Roser Colomé Roura

As an expert in child neuropsychology, I work in the Neurology Service and in the School Learning Disorders Unit (UTAE), where I am also part of the coordination team. My work focuses on neuropsychological examinations in children with acquired brain damage, neuroimmunological diseases and inborn errors of metabolism, as well as in the diagnosis and assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, including language disorders such as TDL, dyslexia, ADHD, ASD, dyscalculia, among others.

The study and understanding of the brain has always fascinated me, but it is the human touch that really gives meaning to my work. Inspired by the legacy of Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, whose words guided me at a vital moment in my life, I firmly believe that the greatest privilege of my profession, beyond providing an accurate diagnosis, is to accompany children and their families with empathy, understanding and closeness. Recognising the uniqueness of each story is fundamental to understanding their needs and providing them with the appropriate support.

Training

• PhD in Psychology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 2015.
• Specialist in Clinical Psychology, 2007.
• Master's degree in Neuropsychology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 2002.
• Master's degree in Behavioural Medicine, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 1998.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Universitat de Girona, 1995.
• Expert accreditation in neuropsychology by the COPC and at national level.

Scientific activity

I collaborate in several projects focused on paediatric neurological diseases, including autoimmune encephalitis, metabolic disorders, neurotransmission, biomarkers and personalised therapies, always contributing my expertise from the field of child neuropsychology and neurodevelopmental disorders. I have collaborated in the development of guidelines on neurodevelopmental disorders and in initiatives to disseminate knowledge in this field. One of my main current projects focuses on identifying specific neuropsychological profiles in neurodevelopmental disorders that allow for greater personalisation in clinical assessment and intervention, thus favouring a more effective approach adapted to the individual needs of each patient and their families.

Teaching

• Lecturer on the Master's in Child and Adult Clinical Neuropsychology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona.
• Lecturer on the Master's in Neuropediatrics, Universitat de Barcelona.
• Direction and coordination of the Master's Degree in Child Neuropsychology, Universitat de Barcelona.