History of Insanity Treatment by Grey

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What is the main focus of the module on Abnormal Psychology?

Analyzing normal behavior

Studying historical forces in psychology

Exploring mental disorder stigma

Differentiating between normal and abnormal behavior (correct)

Which of the following is a learning objective of the module?

Explaining the meaning of stigma related to physical disorders

Comparing different types of mental disorders

Describing only the historical context of Abnormal Psychology

Appreciating the importance of studying Abnormal Psychology (correct)

How have the causes and treatments of mental disorders changed over history?

Causes have changed, but treatments have not

Both causes and treatments have evolved over time (correct)

They have remained constant throughout history

Only treatments have changed, not the causes

Which factor plays a significant role in understanding abnormal behavior?

Biological factors Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the objectives related to mental disorder definitions?

Describing different definitions of mental disorder Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to study Abnormal Psychology according to the module?

To appreciate the complexity of mental disorders and treatments Signup and view all the answers

What was Grey's position regarding the causes of insanity?

They were always physical. Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment approach did Grey emphasize for mentally ill patients?

Rest, diet, and proper room temperature Signup and view all the answers

What did Benjamin Franklin accidentally discover about a mild electric shock to the head in the 1750s?

It produced a brief convulsion and memory loss. Signup and view all the answers

Who was considered one of the founding fathers of modern psychiatry and focused on diagnosis and classification?

Emil Kraepelin Signup and view all the answers

In what way did hospitals improve under Grey's leadership?

They became more humane and livable. Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about the psychosocial approach called moral therapy during the first half of the 19th century?

It became influential in treating mental disorders. Signup and view all the answers

What is stigma in the context of mental illness?

A label applied to a group of people that distinguishes them from others. Signup and view all the answers

Why can understanding seemingly abnormal behavior be more difficult than understanding normal behavior?

Abnormal behavior is less predictable and often challenging to comprehend. Signup and view all the answers

What is one challenge faced by professionals in the field of psychopathology?

Avoiding emotional involvement due to the personal nature of human behavior. Signup and view all the answers

In the historical context, how were tattoos once perceived?

As highly deviant. Signup and view all the answers

What is psychopathology primarily concerned with?

The development and treatment of mental disorders. Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of stigma related to mental illness?

It contributes to destructive beliefs and attitudes held by society. Signup and view all the answers

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