Therefore, garlic reduces the production of cholesterol as well as its precursors. Besides lowering blood cholesterol, garlic can also prevent blood clot formation, reduce blood pressure and inhibit the oxidation of cholesterol.
Reductionistic model (reduces illness to low level processes- cell and chemical imbalances). Single factor model of illness, explains illness in terms of biological malfunction rather then recognizing a variety of factors. Assumes mind body dualism. Emphasizes illness.
by Saul McLeod published 2008, updated 2014. The medical model of mental illness treats mental disorders in the same way as a broken arm, i.e. there is thought to be a physical cause.This model has been adopted by psychiatrists rather than psychologists.y Saul McLeod published 2008, updated 2014. The medical model of mental illness treats mental disorders in the same way as a broken arm, i.e. there is thought to be a physical cause.