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