20 Questions
Which explanation of mental illness was widespread in history and often involved treatment aimed at releasing demons?
Possession by evil spirits
What was a common method used to treat madness in history?
All of the above
What was trepanation?
A treatment involving drilling holes into the skull
What was the result for most people who underwent trepanation as a treatment?
They died
What was the historical explanation for abnormal behavior until fairly recently?
Possession by evil spirits
What was the punishment for individuals accused of being under the influence of witchcraft or some other evil influence?
Burning at the stake
What does the history of the treatment of psychological disorders have to do with?
Understanding the variety of treatment options available today
What was another explanation of mental illness in history?
Witchcraft
What were some common methods used to treat madness in history?
All of the above
What was the purpose of trepanation as a treatment?
To release demons causing mental illness
Which term refers to the movement of separating individuals with psychological disorders from the rest of society?
Institutionalization
What were the conditions like for patients in the asylums during the eighteenth century?
Horrible
Which hospital in London was one of the first institutions dedicated to the treatment of mental illness?
Bethlehem Hospital
What nickname was given to Bethlehem Hospital?
Bedlam
Who were the reformers that argued for more humane treatment for patients with mental illness?
Philippe Pinel and Dorothea Dix
What is the term used to describe the understanding of mental illness in the same way other medical conditions are understood?
Medical model
What did the introduction of psychiatric medications bring about in the treatment of psychological disorders?
Drastic change
What are some drawbacks of applying the medical model to the treatment of psychological disorders?
Not addressing environmental factors
What should an individual diagnosed with an alcohol-related disorder likely avoid doing?
Continuing to hang out with friends at the bar
What influence is the medical model not always sensitive to?
Cultural differences
Test your knowledge about the history and treatment of psychological disorders throughout the ages. Explore the evolution of understanding and discover the diverse treatment options available today. From witchcraft to modern therapies, this quiz covers it all!
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