Models for Mental Disorder: Conceptual Models in Psychiatry - Couverture souple

Tyrer, Peter J.; Steinberg, Derek

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0471939838 ISBN 13 : 9780471939832

Editeur : John Wiley & Sons Ltd, 1993

Synopsis

The theory and practice of psychiatry remains fragmented and diverse despite many attempts to impose consistency upon the subject. The reason for this can be attributed to the existence of different schools of psychiatric thought which each take a different approach to assessment and management. Written in straight-forward language using a frank and unbiased outline the book explains the advantages and deficiences the different models underpinning schools of psychiatric thought have. Substantially u pdated, this is an invaluable and entertaining introduction to the topic

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture

Revised and updated, the third edition of this extremely popular textbook incorporates the latest thinking in the field. The authors tackle head on the fact that psychological medicine is not a unified whole but a highly variegated field which relies on very different conceptual models. The models of psychiatric thought are outlined in a clear and accessible fashion, with the liberal use of entertaining cartoons to lighten the subject. In this edition the authors have also included boxes throughout the text which contain practical tips and details of case histories.

• "The linguistic simplicity and the sensitive attitude to patients and clients make the book enjoyable to read and it should be recommended to all who are interested in mental health and illness." Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
• "This book is deservedly into its second edition, and will continue to provide an invaluable introduction to the diverse schools of thought by which clinical work and research in psychiatry are structured." British Journal of Psychiatry
• "An excellent, balanced account which deserves to be widely read and debated." International Clinical Psychopharmacology

Présentation de l'éditeur

Written by distinguished academic and Editor of the British Journal of Psychiatry, and a now retired NHS consultant psychiatrist, this latest edition of Models for Mental Disorders reflects the significant changes in clinical practice and understanding in the last four years.

With increased emphasis on the multidisciplinary approach now being used in all mental health facilities in Europe, the two new chapters on application of models in multidisciplinary teams and how understanding of models improves communication are particularly timely and relevant.

The book also features an easy–to–read new appendix providing a glossary of commonly–used terms in psychiatry for the interested lay–reader.

An adopted title on many psychology courses throughout the UK, this fourth edition continues to provide an invaluable introduction to the different models used in evaluating mental health, and is recommended reading for all those interested in mental health and illness.

 

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: John Wiley & Sons Ltd
• Date d'édition: 1993
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0471939838
• ISBN 13: 9780471939832
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 158
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible