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Compare and contrast any two models of mental health & illness paying particular attention to the implications of each model for the provision of care. The title 'mental illness' according to Tyrer, et al (2005) "implies disease, and wrapping it up in terms such as 'mental health problems' is only a temporary disguise. An illness suggests that there is a fundamental impairment of normal function and not just normal variation." (p.7) Grusky et al (1981) disagrees with the notion 'mental illness' and states, "mental illness is a myth and the standards by which patients are defined as sick are psychosocial, ethical, and legal, but not medical." (p. 30) This essay will endeavour to show an understanding of 'The Bio-Medical Model,' and the 'Psychodynamic model.' Moreover, it will consider any differences and similarities both models present whilst discussing any implications for the provision of care. The Bio-medical model of medicine suggests, Naidoo, et al...

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