Meritocracy and social valuation of work, an analysis of their relationship
Authorship
C.V.A.M.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
C.V.A.M.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.11.2025 10:00
09.11.2025 10:00
Summary
Given the rise of the new right, conceived as a reconfiguration of neoliberalism in response to the challenges of contemporary societies, this paper proposes to analyze the relationship between meritocracy, as one of the central discursive axes of these currents, and its impact on the social valuation of work, that is, how the concept of work is redefined in the social order in light of the discourses of merit that impact on it. In particular, it examines how this articulation has transformed the political and social landscape in various Western societies, directly impacting the structure and dynamics of the labor market. Since this process, the workplace has been redefined as a space where access to positions of responsibility, management, and control is justified based on talent, effort, and individual ability, thus reinforcing a meritocratic logic that makes invisible the structuring and configuration of opportunities. Using a theoretical and comparative approach, the proposals of two authors with divergent perspectives are compared, highlighting the strengths and limitations of their approaches. It is based on the premise that both economic and political theories and social dynamics are supported by philosophical and ideological frameworks that ultimately shape and transform the organization of societies.
Given the rise of the new right, conceived as a reconfiguration of neoliberalism in response to the challenges of contemporary societies, this paper proposes to analyze the relationship between meritocracy, as one of the central discursive axes of these currents, and its impact on the social valuation of work, that is, how the concept of work is redefined in the social order in light of the discourses of merit that impact on it. In particular, it examines how this articulation has transformed the political and social landscape in various Western societies, directly impacting the structure and dynamics of the labor market. Since this process, the workplace has been redefined as a space where access to positions of responsibility, management, and control is justified based on talent, effort, and individual ability, thus reinforcing a meritocratic logic that makes invisible the structuring and configuration of opportunities. Using a theoretical and comparative approach, the proposals of two authors with divergent perspectives are compared, highlighting the strengths and limitations of their approaches. It is based on the premise that both economic and political theories and social dynamics are supported by philosophical and ideological frameworks that ultimately shape and transform the organization of societies.
Direction
BASTOS BOUBETA, MIGUEL ANXO (Tutorships)
BASTOS BOUBETA, MIGUEL ANXO (Tutorships)
Court
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
Forensic Psychological Evaluation of a victim of sexual assault: Case study.
Authorship
A.B.N.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
A.B.N.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
Defense date
09.12.2025 11:00
09.12.2025 11:00
Summary
This Master's Thesis addresses sexual assault, a phenomenon that is highly present in daily life. It is divided into two sections: theoretical framework and methodological framework. In the first part, the thesis approaches the analysis of the issue through prevalence data on these situations from a legal perspective, using legal statistics and reports as references. Furthermore, it delves into both the victim and the perpetrator, identifying, based on scientific literature, their characteristics, as well as risk factors and the consequences these situations often have for those who experience them. The concept of Therapeutic Justice is also discussed, and what it entails, leading to an analysis of sexual assault in the forensic context, where it is important to corroborate the credibility of the testimony, the presence of psychological traces, and to demonstrate the causal relationship between these factors. In the methodological section of this Master's Thesis, an expert assessment study is presented, carried out on a person reporting a situation of sexual violence. For the preparation of the expert report, all the steps included in the Global Evaluation System (GES) are followed, which goes beyond the jurisprudential and legal principles required by our legal system. This technique makes it possible, through different types of interviews (cognitive, forensic clinical) and psychometric analysis, to detect simulation, evaluate whether the person’s statement corresponds to internally or externally experienced events, assess the presence of harm, and determine the causal link between these two factors.
This Master's Thesis addresses sexual assault, a phenomenon that is highly present in daily life. It is divided into two sections: theoretical framework and methodological framework. In the first part, the thesis approaches the analysis of the issue through prevalence data on these situations from a legal perspective, using legal statistics and reports as references. Furthermore, it delves into both the victim and the perpetrator, identifying, based on scientific literature, their characteristics, as well as risk factors and the consequences these situations often have for those who experience them. The concept of Therapeutic Justice is also discussed, and what it entails, leading to an analysis of sexual assault in the forensic context, where it is important to corroborate the credibility of the testimony, the presence of psychological traces, and to demonstrate the causal relationship between these factors. In the methodological section of this Master's Thesis, an expert assessment study is presented, carried out on a person reporting a situation of sexual violence. For the preparation of the expert report, all the steps included in the Global Evaluation System (GES) are followed, which goes beyond the jurisprudential and legal principles required by our legal system. This technique makes it possible, through different types of interviews (cognitive, forensic clinical) and psychometric analysis, to detect simulation, evaluate whether the person’s statement corresponds to internally or externally experienced events, assess the presence of harm, and determine the causal link between these two factors.
Direction
Arce Fernández, Ramón (Tutorships)
Arce Fernández, Ramón (Tutorships)
Court
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
The impact of foreign investment on employment in Spain
Authorship
A.B.S.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
A.B.S.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.11.2025 10:00
09.11.2025 10:00
Summary
Since the rise of globalization, the flow of investment between states and nations has become a common feature of the contemporary era. Every day, countless millions of euros, dollars, pounds, and other currencies are exchanged between different economies, which, moreover, are increasingly interconnected. This reality, of course, has consequences for the economies involved and for the various components that make them up. Employment is just one of these components, and this research aims to analyze and explain the extent to which these constant financial exchanges between economies affect it, focusing specifically on the case of the Spanish economy. To that end, the study will examine not only the main foreign countries whose investment benefits the Spanish economy, but also identify the key economic sectors that receive this investment and how each responds in terms of job creation or destruction. The analysis will also cover the main investment movements that have taken place in recent years and how they have impacted employment, both directly and indirectly in their surrounding contexts, ultimately concluding with a definitive statement addressing the research questions posed in this study.
Since the rise of globalization, the flow of investment between states and nations has become a common feature of the contemporary era. Every day, countless millions of euros, dollars, pounds, and other currencies are exchanged between different economies, which, moreover, are increasingly interconnected. This reality, of course, has consequences for the economies involved and for the various components that make them up. Employment is just one of these components, and this research aims to analyze and explain the extent to which these constant financial exchanges between economies affect it, focusing specifically on the case of the Spanish economy. To that end, the study will examine not only the main foreign countries whose investment benefits the Spanish economy, but also identify the key economic sectors that receive this investment and how each responds in terms of job creation or destruction. The analysis will also cover the main investment movements that have taken place in recent years and how they have impacted employment, both directly and indirectly in their surrounding contexts, ultimately concluding with a definitive statement addressing the research questions posed in this study.
Direction
ARES FERNANDEZ, JUAN JOSE (Tutorships)
ARES FERNANDEZ, JUAN JOSE (Tutorships)
Court
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
The adaptation of working conditions for reasons of conciliation: critical analysis of article 34.8 of the ET
Authorship
A.C.T.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
A.C.T.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.11.2025 10:00
09.11.2025 10:00
Summary
This Master's Thesis critically analyzes Article 34.8 of the Workers' Statute (ET), a key provision within the framework of Spanish labor law aimed at facilitating the reconciliation of personal, family, and work life. Since its incorporation into the legal system, and especially after the reform implemented by Royal Decree-Law 6/2019, this law recognizes workers' right to request reasonable adjustments to their working hours as an improvement in their personal rights. This thesis critically addresses the regulatory content of this provision and its evolution over time to the present, evaluating advances in conciliation and co-responsibility, as well as its regulatory gaps, with special mention to the new amendment introduced in August of last year, relevant due to its great importance regarding the nullity of dismissal due to conciliation and its subsequent amendment in Organic Law 1/2025.
This Master's Thesis critically analyzes Article 34.8 of the Workers' Statute (ET), a key provision within the framework of Spanish labor law aimed at facilitating the reconciliation of personal, family, and work life. Since its incorporation into the legal system, and especially after the reform implemented by Royal Decree-Law 6/2019, this law recognizes workers' right to request reasonable adjustments to their working hours as an improvement in their personal rights. This thesis critically addresses the regulatory content of this provision and its evolution over time to the present, evaluating advances in conciliation and co-responsibility, as well as its regulatory gaps, with special mention to the new amendment introduced in August of last year, relevant due to its great importance regarding the nullity of dismissal due to conciliation and its subsequent amendment in Organic Law 1/2025.
Direction
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Tutorships)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Tutorships)
Court
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
Tax incentives for business creation
Authorship
M.F.F.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
M.F.F.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.11.2025 10:00
09.11.2025 10:00
Summary
Entrepreneurship has become a risky activity, the cyclical financial crises and the particular difficulty in obtaining private investment have led the Spanish legislator to decide to benefit entrepreneurship through legal-tax measures created for this purpose. Thus, through the implementation of tax incentives in certain taxes, such as IS, IRPF or ISD, the aim has been to facilitate the path of entrepreneurs by establishing privileged treatment with respect to the generality of taxpayers of the same taxes. Obtaining this differentiated treatment is conditional, in all forms of taxation, on carrying out a newly created activity, which is the ultimate objective of the adoption of tax measures that derogate from the general tax system. It will therefore be a motivating factor for those who wish to try to create a new livelihood to be able to do so through personal effort supported by beneficial tax policies.
Entrepreneurship has become a risky activity, the cyclical financial crises and the particular difficulty in obtaining private investment have led the Spanish legislator to decide to benefit entrepreneurship through legal-tax measures created for this purpose. Thus, through the implementation of tax incentives in certain taxes, such as IS, IRPF or ISD, the aim has been to facilitate the path of entrepreneurs by establishing privileged treatment with respect to the generality of taxpayers of the same taxes. Obtaining this differentiated treatment is conditional, in all forms of taxation, on carrying out a newly created activity, which is the ultimate objective of the adoption of tax measures that derogate from the general tax system. It will therefore be a motivating factor for those who wish to try to create a new livelihood to be able to do so through personal effort supported by beneficial tax policies.
Direction
NIETO MONTERO, JUAN JOSE (Tutorships)
NIETO MONTERO, JUAN JOSE (Tutorships)
Court
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
Forensic psychological expert evaluation in a family process
Authorship
M.G.M.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
M.G.M.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
Defense date
09.12.2025 11:00
09.12.2025 11:00
Summary
This Master's Thesis aims to analyse, from a theoretical and practical perspective, the role of the forensic psychologist in assessing parental competencies and determining the most appropriate custody arrangement following a high-conflict separation. It begins with a theoretical framework that contextualises the evolution of the family concept, the psychological and social consequences of separation for minors, the applicable legal regulations, and the guiding principles of forensic psychology in family law. Subsequently, a psychological evaluation is presented, in the context of a contentious divorce proceeding involving minor children. The methodology combines validated qualitative and quantitative techniques within the forensic context: semi-structured interviews, specific questionnaires, psychometric tests (MMPI-2, TONI-2, SENA), structured behavioural observations, home visits, and collateral information gathered from close family members. Through the rigorous integration of all these data sources, a comprehensive profile is developed regarding family dynamics, parental capacities, and the emotional adjustment of the minors. The findings reveal strong emotional bonds between the children and both parents, although significant differences are observed in parenting styles, daily involvement, and emotional containment capacities. Furthermore, indicators of emotional distress were identified in one of the minors, highlighting the need for targeted psychological support. The report concludes with a series of recommendations aimed at ensuring affective continuity, structural stability, and the protection of the minors' emotional development within a framework of parental co-responsibility and cooperative parenting.
This Master's Thesis aims to analyse, from a theoretical and practical perspective, the role of the forensic psychologist in assessing parental competencies and determining the most appropriate custody arrangement following a high-conflict separation. It begins with a theoretical framework that contextualises the evolution of the family concept, the psychological and social consequences of separation for minors, the applicable legal regulations, and the guiding principles of forensic psychology in family law. Subsequently, a psychological evaluation is presented, in the context of a contentious divorce proceeding involving minor children. The methodology combines validated qualitative and quantitative techniques within the forensic context: semi-structured interviews, specific questionnaires, psychometric tests (MMPI-2, TONI-2, SENA), structured behavioural observations, home visits, and collateral information gathered from close family members. Through the rigorous integration of all these data sources, a comprehensive profile is developed regarding family dynamics, parental capacities, and the emotional adjustment of the minors. The findings reveal strong emotional bonds between the children and both parents, although significant differences are observed in parenting styles, daily involvement, and emotional containment capacities. Furthermore, indicators of emotional distress were identified in one of the minors, highlighting the need for targeted psychological support. The report concludes with a series of recommendations aimed at ensuring affective continuity, structural stability, and the protection of the minors' emotional development within a framework of parental co-responsibility and cooperative parenting.
Direction
Novo Pérez, Mercedes (Tutorships)
Novo Pérez, Mercedes (Tutorships)
Court
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
Tax Incentives for Switching from Combustion Vehicles to Hybrid or Electric Vehicles
Authorship
D.G.T.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
D.G.T.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.11.2025 10:00
09.11.2025 10:00
Summary
In the fight against climate change, electric vehicles have emerged as a crucial tool for mitigating the negative environmental effects associated with transportation. While until relatively recently, the vast majority of citizens were reluctant to purchase this type of vehicle, this reluctance has gradually diminished due to factors such as traffic restrictions, improved technologies, and government aid to encourage their use. In this paper, we will analyze the Spanish tax framework regarding electric vehicles. The goal is to visualize the programs and incentives associated with their purchase, compare the taxes levied on electric vehicles and combustion-engine vehicles, and implement the necessary infrastructure to reduce emissions and meet international sustainability commitments. Subsequently, a brief review will be made of the tax measures implemented by some European Union countries, which served as the basis for the development of the Spanish tax framework and have significantly contributed to achieving greater market impact and, consequently, sustainability. Finally, the challenges facing the implementation of incentives will be addressed, assessing their current limitations and proposing possible solutions to improve their effectiveness, equity, and sustainability over time.
In the fight against climate change, electric vehicles have emerged as a crucial tool for mitigating the negative environmental effects associated with transportation. While until relatively recently, the vast majority of citizens were reluctant to purchase this type of vehicle, this reluctance has gradually diminished due to factors such as traffic restrictions, improved technologies, and government aid to encourage their use. In this paper, we will analyze the Spanish tax framework regarding electric vehicles. The goal is to visualize the programs and incentives associated with their purchase, compare the taxes levied on electric vehicles and combustion-engine vehicles, and implement the necessary infrastructure to reduce emissions and meet international sustainability commitments. Subsequently, a brief review will be made of the tax measures implemented by some European Union countries, which served as the basis for the development of the Spanish tax framework and have significantly contributed to achieving greater market impact and, consequently, sustainability. Finally, the challenges facing the implementation of incentives will be addressed, assessing their current limitations and proposing possible solutions to improve their effectiveness, equity, and sustainability over time.
Direction
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Tutorships)
Court
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
MELLA MENDEZ, LOURDES (Chairman)
PAZO ARGIBAY, JOSE MANUEL (Secretary)
LOPEZ PEREZ, SUGEY DE JESUS (Member)
Automation as an occupational risk in the cashier position
Authorship
A.M.R.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
A.M.R.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
Defense date
09.12.2025 09:30
09.12.2025 09:30
Summary
The automation of processes in the retail sector has led to significant changes in job roles such as that of cashiers. With the implementation of technology, we observe the initial aim of optimizing, increasing productivity, and enhancing overall performance. However, this not only brings advantages but also reveals psychosocial risks, as the traditional role of these workers faces the threat of being reduced or potentially eliminated. This phenomenon represents an occupational risk both in terms of employability and working conditions. Automation does not only imply the elimination of jobs, but also their transformation, where employees must adapt to new tasks or face job insecurity. The aim of this Master's Thesis is to gather general information about psychosocial risks related to automation, focusing specifically on the cashier position, in order to propose a workplace risk prevention program in this area. Automation in the retail sector has transformed the role of cashiers, bringing benefits in terms of efficiency and cost reduction, but also increasing job insecurity and psychosocial risks such as stress and anxiety. To mitigate these effects, it is crucial to implement strategies such as continuous training, psychological support, and the gradual adaptation to new technologies, balancing innovation with job protection
The automation of processes in the retail sector has led to significant changes in job roles such as that of cashiers. With the implementation of technology, we observe the initial aim of optimizing, increasing productivity, and enhancing overall performance. However, this not only brings advantages but also reveals psychosocial risks, as the traditional role of these workers faces the threat of being reduced or potentially eliminated. This phenomenon represents an occupational risk both in terms of employability and working conditions. Automation does not only imply the elimination of jobs, but also their transformation, where employees must adapt to new tasks or face job insecurity. The aim of this Master's Thesis is to gather general information about psychosocial risks related to automation, focusing specifically on the cashier position, in order to propose a workplace risk prevention program in this area. Automation in the retail sector has transformed the role of cashiers, bringing benefits in terms of efficiency and cost reduction, but also increasing job insecurity and psychosocial risks such as stress and anxiety. To mitigate these effects, it is crucial to implement strategies such as continuous training, psychological support, and the gradual adaptation to new technologies, balancing innovation with job protection
Direction
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Tutorships)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Tutorships)
Court
MOSCOSO RUIBAL, SILVIA (Chairman)
OTERO MORAL, INMACULADA (Secretary)
CUADRADO GONZALEZ, DAMARIS (Member)
MOSCOSO RUIBAL, SILVIA (Chairman)
OTERO MORAL, INMACULADA (Secretary)
CUADRADO GONZALEZ, DAMARIS (Member)
Psychological expert opinion in family court proceedings
Authorship
C.P.L.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
C.P.L.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
Defense date
09.12.2025 11:00
09.12.2025 11:00
Summary
The exponential growth in separations and divorces among couples with dependent children has led to the recognition of the role of the forensic psychologist in family matters, with the aim of evaluating parental abilities and safeguarding the best interests of children. The objectives of this Master's thesis are therefore to promote knowledge and familiarity with family law legislation, raise awareness of the repercussions of relationship breakdown on parents and children, and present the need for a Therapeutic Justice perspective in the current justice system. This would involve using therapeutic resources, such as psychoeducational programmes, to support families in the event of a break-up. This would help to avoid the judicialisation of the family and streamline the judicial system. The thesis also sets out the aspects that a competent and professional expert must possess and comply with, including training in forensic psychology in family proceedings and the role of the forensic psychologist, as well as the basic and ethical principles of conduct. Additionally, it outlines the process for conducting a thorough expert assessment based on the model proposed by Fariña et al. (2002). Finally, a corresponding expert report for a practical case is included, accompanied by recommendations for the judicial authority.
The exponential growth in separations and divorces among couples with dependent children has led to the recognition of the role of the forensic psychologist in family matters, with the aim of evaluating parental abilities and safeguarding the best interests of children. The objectives of this Master's thesis are therefore to promote knowledge and familiarity with family law legislation, raise awareness of the repercussions of relationship breakdown on parents and children, and present the need for a Therapeutic Justice perspective in the current justice system. This would involve using therapeutic resources, such as psychoeducational programmes, to support families in the event of a break-up. This would help to avoid the judicialisation of the family and streamline the judicial system. The thesis also sets out the aspects that a competent and professional expert must possess and comply with, including training in forensic psychology in family proceedings and the role of the forensic psychologist, as well as the basic and ethical principles of conduct. Additionally, it outlines the process for conducting a thorough expert assessment based on the model proposed by Fariña et al. (2002). Finally, a corresponding expert report for a practical case is included, accompanied by recommendations for the judicial authority.
Direction
Seijo Martínez, María Dolores (Tutorships)
Seijo Martínez, María Dolores (Tutorships)
Court
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
Child sexual abuse and gender: exploring Victim-Victimizer Theory and the influence of gender norms on the perpetuation of abuse.
Authorship
M.R.L.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
M.R.L.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
Defense date
09.12.2025 09:30
09.12.2025 09:30
Summary
Child sexual abuse (CSA) in male children is a phenomenon that has been historically invisibilized and scarcely approached from a critical perspective. Therefore, through a systematic review of the scientific literature, the possible relationship between having been a victim of CSA and the subsequent commission of sexual crimes is studied from a critical viewpoint, with a gender perspective and a sociocultural approach. The studies reviewed show that, although there is no deterministic relationship, males who have suffered CSA have a higher risk of developing problematic sexual behaviors, especially when they have not been able to process the trauma and have grown up in contexts marked by rigid masculinity norms, emotional silence and lack of support. The traditional victim-victim hypothesis is questioned, highlighting the influence of social, cultural and psychological factors in the life trajectory of the victims. Based on these results, we conclude by highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach that combines trauma analysis with a critical review of gender discourses, with the aim of breaking the cycle of violence and creating safe support networks for those who have been silenced
Child sexual abuse (CSA) in male children is a phenomenon that has been historically invisibilized and scarcely approached from a critical perspective. Therefore, through a systematic review of the scientific literature, the possible relationship between having been a victim of CSA and the subsequent commission of sexual crimes is studied from a critical viewpoint, with a gender perspective and a sociocultural approach. The studies reviewed show that, although there is no deterministic relationship, males who have suffered CSA have a higher risk of developing problematic sexual behaviors, especially when they have not been able to process the trauma and have grown up in contexts marked by rigid masculinity norms, emotional silence and lack of support. The traditional victim-victim hypothesis is questioned, highlighting the influence of social, cultural and psychological factors in the life trajectory of the victims. Based on these results, we conclude by highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach that combines trauma analysis with a critical review of gender discourses, with the aim of breaking the cycle of violence and creating safe support networks for those who have been silenced
Direction
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Tutorships)
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Tutorships)
Court
MOSCOSO RUIBAL, SILVIA (Chairman)
OTERO MORAL, INMACULADA (Secretary)
CUADRADO GONZALEZ, DAMARIS (Member)
MOSCOSO RUIBAL, SILVIA (Chairman)
OTERO MORAL, INMACULADA (Secretary)
CUADRADO GONZALEZ, DAMARIS (Member)
Case study: Forensic psychological assessment of criminal responsibility
Authorship
I.S.S.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
I.S.S.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
Defense date
09.12.2025 11:00
09.12.2025 11:00
Summary
This paper addresses, from the perspective of forensic psychology, the concept of imputability with both theoretical rigor and practical application. The first part presents a theoretical review of the key terms involved. It delves into the conceptual framework of the three legal and psychological pillars: imputability, culpability, and responsibility, examining their definitions and the circumstances that modify each within the Spanish legal context. Accordingly, a legal approach is also included, taking into account Royal Legislative Decree 10/1995 of the Spanish Criminal Code and the articles relevant to the topic. Next, the focus shifts to mental health, analyzing psychopathologies that affect the cognitive and/or volitional capacities of individuals who commit crimes. The paper explores the mental disorders considered by Spanish jurisprudence to be relevant when assessing imputability. Once this conceptual framework has been established, the role of the forensic psychology professional in these cases is examined, including the assessment process and the protocols related to imputability, the tools used in Spain, and the consistency analysis that helps distinguish genuine psychological distress from malingering. The second part of this master’s thesis presents a practical application of the theoretical content. It methodologically addresses a case study consisting of a forensic report that assesses the criminal responsibility of a woman convicted of physically assaulting her partner while under the influence of cocaine.
This paper addresses, from the perspective of forensic psychology, the concept of imputability with both theoretical rigor and practical application. The first part presents a theoretical review of the key terms involved. It delves into the conceptual framework of the three legal and psychological pillars: imputability, culpability, and responsibility, examining their definitions and the circumstances that modify each within the Spanish legal context. Accordingly, a legal approach is also included, taking into account Royal Legislative Decree 10/1995 of the Spanish Criminal Code and the articles relevant to the topic. Next, the focus shifts to mental health, analyzing psychopathologies that affect the cognitive and/or volitional capacities of individuals who commit crimes. The paper explores the mental disorders considered by Spanish jurisprudence to be relevant when assessing imputability. Once this conceptual framework has been established, the role of the forensic psychology professional in these cases is examined, including the assessment process and the protocols related to imputability, the tools used in Spain, and the consistency analysis that helps distinguish genuine psychological distress from malingering. The second part of this master’s thesis presents a practical application of the theoretical content. It methodologically addresses a case study consisting of a forensic report that assesses the criminal responsibility of a woman convicted of physically assaulting her partner while under the influence of cocaine.
Direction
VILARIÑO VAZQUEZ, MANUEL (Tutorships)
VILARIÑO VAZQUEZ, MANUEL (Tutorships)
Court
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
Sobral Fernández, Jorge (Chairman)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Secretary)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Member)
VAT harmonization in the European Union: a comparative analysis between Italy and Spain
Authorship
A.S.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
A.S.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.12.2025 10:00
09.12.2025 10:00
Summary
This Master’s Thesis addresses the analysis of the fiscal harmonization of Value Added Tax (VAT) within the context of the European Union, focusing on a comparative study between Italy and Spain. Initially, it provides a contextualization of European Union law through an overview of its origins, evolution, and legal foundations, in order to establish the basis for the process of fiscal integration. Subsequently, the concepts, objectives, and legal bases of fiscal harmonization are examined, with particular attention to what is established in the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), emphasizing the taxes subject to harmonization. Within this framework, VAT is analyzed as a general consumption tax, detailing its historical development and the fundamental principles that underpin it: neutrality, generality, and the destination principle. The study focuses on the European regulatory framework governing VAT harmonization, particularly Directive 2006/112/EC, and its implications for the Member States. A specific analysis of the VAT systems in Italy and Spain is developed, considering their legislative evolution and the impact of EU fiscal harmonization in both countries. Finally, the similarities and differences in legislation and practice between Italy and Spain are compared, offering a critical reflection on the effectiveness and challenges of the harmonization process in terms of fiscal integration and the functioning of the European internal market. The research is based on relevant legislative, doctrinal, and statistical sources.
This Master’s Thesis addresses the analysis of the fiscal harmonization of Value Added Tax (VAT) within the context of the European Union, focusing on a comparative study between Italy and Spain. Initially, it provides a contextualization of European Union law through an overview of its origins, evolution, and legal foundations, in order to establish the basis for the process of fiscal integration. Subsequently, the concepts, objectives, and legal bases of fiscal harmonization are examined, with particular attention to what is established in the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), emphasizing the taxes subject to harmonization. Within this framework, VAT is analyzed as a general consumption tax, detailing its historical development and the fundamental principles that underpin it: neutrality, generality, and the destination principle. The study focuses on the European regulatory framework governing VAT harmonization, particularly Directive 2006/112/EC, and its implications for the Member States. A specific analysis of the VAT systems in Italy and Spain is developed, considering their legislative evolution and the impact of EU fiscal harmonization in both countries. Finally, the similarities and differences in legislation and practice between Italy and Spain are compared, offering a critical reflection on the effectiveness and challenges of the harmonization process in terms of fiscal integration and the functioning of the European internal market. The research is based on relevant legislative, doctrinal, and statistical sources.
Direction
GARCIA NOVOA, CESAR (Tutorships)
GARCIA NOVOA, CESAR (Tutorships)
Court
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)
Work-life balance: parental leave as a novelty.
Authorship
Y.S.L.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Y.S.L.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.12.2025 10:00
09.12.2025 10:00
Summary
Work-life and personal balance is one of the areas that has evolved the most since its inception. It has become a topic of great relevance in recent years due to its significant social impact, with a multitude of new possibilities and such importance that, without considering this area, it would be impossible to understand the current state of work. Due to the relevance of the subject under discussion and its constant evolution, it is important to establish the current status of the subject matter, placing special emphasis on the latest developments, such as parental leave, and the options available to workers who need to make use of these measures. To this end, a study will be conducted of the current state of regulations, case law, and existing doctrine on this topic. Using all the information gathered, we will attempt to provide an overview and fill in any gaps in the regulations with the other documentary sources. Several conclusions can be drawn from the study, the main one being that, despite the significant progress made in this area and its importance, many aspects still have room for improvement. This is especially true of the more recently added concepts, which are insufficiently developed. This lack of specificity can lead to legal uncertainty for both workers and companies.
Work-life and personal balance is one of the areas that has evolved the most since its inception. It has become a topic of great relevance in recent years due to its significant social impact, with a multitude of new possibilities and such importance that, without considering this area, it would be impossible to understand the current state of work. Due to the relevance of the subject under discussion and its constant evolution, it is important to establish the current status of the subject matter, placing special emphasis on the latest developments, such as parental leave, and the options available to workers who need to make use of these measures. To this end, a study will be conducted of the current state of regulations, case law, and existing doctrine on this topic. Using all the information gathered, we will attempt to provide an overview and fill in any gaps in the regulations with the other documentary sources. Several conclusions can be drawn from the study, the main one being that, despite the significant progress made in this area and its importance, many aspects still have room for improvement. This is especially true of the more recently added concepts, which are insufficiently developed. This lack of specificity can lead to legal uncertainty for both workers and companies.
Direction
MUNIN SANCHEZ, LARA MARIA (Tutorships)
MUNIN SANCHEZ, LARA MARIA (Tutorships)
Court
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)
Family benefits. The Spanish model and Community law as a coordinating element.
Authorship
R.D.S.R.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
R.D.S.R.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.12.2025 10:00
09.12.2025 10:00
Summary
This article discusses Social Security family benefits, those granted for the growth of a family, to contribute to its support. We focus on the role that Community regulations play in this area. In this article, we will move from a more general perspective to a more specific approach. We will begin by explaining what Social Security is as a means of protecting citizens, as well as its origin and evolution in Spain. We will then go on to specify what family benefits are and the catalog offered in our country. In the next chapter, we will explore the role of Community law as a coordinating or harmonizing element of the different social protection systems of the Member States, and then further clarify this role in relation to family benefits. At this point, we will delve into the most important legal instrument, Regulation 883/2004. After explaining the most important points, we will go further, referring to the jurisprudential interpretation, particularly that of the CJEU, in relation to practical problems that may arise in its application. All of this will allow us to conclude with a series of conclusions, both as a summary and to propose various hypotheses, arguments, or speculations regarding various aspects that are considered worthy of improvement.
This article discusses Social Security family benefits, those granted for the growth of a family, to contribute to its support. We focus on the role that Community regulations play in this area. In this article, we will move from a more general perspective to a more specific approach. We will begin by explaining what Social Security is as a means of protecting citizens, as well as its origin and evolution in Spain. We will then go on to specify what family benefits are and the catalog offered in our country. In the next chapter, we will explore the role of Community law as a coordinating or harmonizing element of the different social protection systems of the Member States, and then further clarify this role in relation to family benefits. At this point, we will delve into the most important legal instrument, Regulation 883/2004. After explaining the most important points, we will go further, referring to the jurisprudential interpretation, particularly that of the CJEU, in relation to practical problems that may arise in its application. All of this will allow us to conclude with a series of conclusions, both as a summary and to propose various hypotheses, arguments, or speculations regarding various aspects that are considered worthy of improvement.
Direction
MIRANDA BOTO, JOSE MARIA (Tutorships)
MIRANDA BOTO, JOSE MARIA (Tutorships)
Court
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)
Forensic Psychopathology and Criminal Accountability: A Systematic Review
Authorship
A.U.S.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
A.U.S.
Master in Work and Organizational Psychology and Forensic and Law Psychology
Defense date
09.12.2025 09:30
09.12.2025 09:30
Summary
This master’s thesis addresses the analysis of criminal responsibility from a forensic perspective, focusing on how mental disorders can influence an individual’s capacity to be held legally accountable for their actions. Through legal, psychological, and medical forensic theorical review, it explores the clinical and legal criteria that determine criminal non responsibility, as well as how this condition is assessed within the judicial system. The research examines mental disorders relevant to criminal law, such as personality disorders, affective disorders, bipolar disorders, and substance use disorders, analyzing their impact on judgment, volition, and behavior. The current legal framework in Spain is also reviewed, with particular emphasis on the interpretation of the Criminal Code and the application of legal defenses or mitigating circumstances related to the accused's mental state. The study underscores the importance of forensic evaluation as a key tool in determining criminal responsibility and highlights the need for ethical, objective, and multidisciplinary professional involvement.
This master’s thesis addresses the analysis of criminal responsibility from a forensic perspective, focusing on how mental disorders can influence an individual’s capacity to be held legally accountable for their actions. Through legal, psychological, and medical forensic theorical review, it explores the clinical and legal criteria that determine criminal non responsibility, as well as how this condition is assessed within the judicial system. The research examines mental disorders relevant to criminal law, such as personality disorders, affective disorders, bipolar disorders, and substance use disorders, analyzing their impact on judgment, volition, and behavior. The current legal framework in Spain is also reviewed, with particular emphasis on the interpretation of the Criminal Code and the application of legal defenses or mitigating circumstances related to the accused's mental state. The study underscores the importance of forensic evaluation as a key tool in determining criminal responsibility and highlights the need for ethical, objective, and multidisciplinary professional involvement.
Direction
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Tutorships)
Leirós Lobeiras, Luz Isabel (Tutorships)
Court
MOSCOSO RUIBAL, SILVIA (Chairman)
OTERO MORAL, INMACULADA (Secretary)
CUADRADO GONZALEZ, DAMARIS (Member)
MOSCOSO RUIBAL, SILVIA (Chairman)
OTERO MORAL, INMACULADA (Secretary)
CUADRADO GONZALEZ, DAMARIS (Member)
Artificial Intelligence un Human Resources: a review of current events in the field
Authorship
F.V.G.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
F.V.G.
Master in Labour Management (2ª ed)
Defense date
09.12.2025 10:00
09.12.2025 10:00
Summary
This document analyzes the impact os Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the field of Human Resources (HR), within the contexto of ongoing digital transformation. Base don a conceptual an applied review, it explores the possibilities offered by AI to optimize processes such as personnel selection, performance evaluation, and strategic decision.making in talent management. The academic work is structures into three main sections: a conceptual framework defining AI, the evolution of HR, and key related concepts; an analysis of the main application areas of AI in this field; and a final section focused on ethical and legal challenges. Among the key benefits are increased efficiency and objectivity in HR processes, as well as the ability to detect patterns that are not immediately visible to the human eye. However, the study also identifies important risks, such as algorithmic bias, model opcity, and the potential dehumanization of decision-making. It concludes that AI should be implemented as a complement to human judgment, not as a substitute, and that its use must be guided by principles of ehtics, tranparency, and responsability. Lastly, the role of HR professionals in this new paradigm is considered, emphasizing the need for digital skills and a critical perpective on the use os advanced technologies.
This document analyzes the impact os Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the field of Human Resources (HR), within the contexto of ongoing digital transformation. Base don a conceptual an applied review, it explores the possibilities offered by AI to optimize processes such as personnel selection, performance evaluation, and strategic decision.making in talent management. The academic work is structures into three main sections: a conceptual framework defining AI, the evolution of HR, and key related concepts; an analysis of the main application areas of AI in this field; and a final section focused on ethical and legal challenges. Among the key benefits are increased efficiency and objectivity in HR processes, as well as the ability to detect patterns that are not immediately visible to the human eye. However, the study also identifies important risks, such as algorithmic bias, model opcity, and the potential dehumanization of decision-making. It concludes that AI should be implemented as a complement to human judgment, not as a substitute, and that its use must be guided by principles of ehtics, tranparency, and responsability. Lastly, the role of HR professionals in this new paradigm is considered, emphasizing the need for digital skills and a critical perpective on the use os advanced technologies.
Direction
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Tutorships)
LADO CAMPELO, MARIO ANTONIO (Tutorships)
Court
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)
IGLESIAS CASAIS, JOSE MANUEL (Chairman)
TABOADA VILLA, JORGE (Secretary)
FERNANDEZ MARTINEZ, SILVIA (Member)