Models for Mental Disorder, first published in 1987,
anticipated the
move towards integration of psychiatric services into
multidisciplinary teams
(doctor, psychologist, nurse, social worker, etc) and the need to
bring together
the different philosophies of mental illness. Peter Tyrer has
identified four
different models of mental disorder that are relevant to clinical
practice:
the disease, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural and social
models.
Each model is described and reviewed, with reference to case
studies and
illustrations, to show how it relates to mental health disorders
and can be
used to interpret and manage these disorders.
The book has been widely read and is often used for training
purposes so that
each professional can understand and appreciate that differences in
viewpoint
are often a consequence of one or more models being used in a
different way
rather than a fundamental schism in approach.
Since the fourth edition was published in 2005, the disciplines
of mental health
have moved even closer together with the growth of assertive
outreach and
more integrated community teams. This, combined with the greater
awareness
of mental health among users of services, which leads to more
penetrating and
informed questions at interviews with professionals, has emphasized
the need
for a wider understanding of these models.
* The only book to describe the models framing mental
health diagnosis
and management
* A great review for those wanting a better grasp of
psychiatric disorders
and for integration of concepts for treatment planning
* New information on formal classifi cations of mental
disorder
* New information on mindfulness and mentalization
regarding
the dynamic model
* Clearly written in a style which includes some humour and
a
conversational presentation – a joy to read for the beginner
and more
experienced practitioner alike
* Features a teaching exercise for use when training students
in the
various models

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