During the Middle Ages, abnormal behavior was blamed on
supernatural forces, such as possession by the devil and on curses from witches and wizards. Thus, treatments for mental illness in Europe during this time period focused on what is known as
a. demonology.
b. asceticism.
c. Gestaltism.
d. psychodrama.
ANSWER: a
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Which of the following statements about the results of the Kauai study is true?
A) Children born with serious birth complications will not grow into competent, well-adjusted adults unless they have supportive home environments. B) Even when the overall balance of life events tips toward the favorable side, children with serious birth problems rarely develop successfully. C) The impact of early biological risks often wanes as children's personal characteristics and social experiences contribute increasingly to their functioning. D) Children born with birth complications often develop severe behavioral problems regardless of their home environment.