Quiz on Abnormal Behavior in Historical Context

What is the term for a possible psychological disorder of a person?

• Causation

• Clinical Description

• Psychological Dysfunction

• Psychopathology

Which professional focuses on severe psychological disorders?

• Marriage and Family Therapist

• Counseling Psychologist

• Clinical Psychologist

• Psychiatric Nurse

What does the term 'Prevalence' refer to in psychopathology?

• The number of people with a disorder in the population

• The duration of a disorder

• The age of onset for disorders

• The treatment methods available

What is the 'Chronic Course' of a disorder?

• It lasts a short time with no recurrence

• It lasts a long time, sometimes a lifetime

• It develops gradually over time

• It has a sudden onset

Who is considered the father of modern Western medicine?

• Galen

• Hippocrates

• Barbara Tuchman

• Paracelcus

What does the term 'Etiology' refer to?

• The study of psychological assessments

• The study of social norms

• The study of origins of disorders

• The study of treatment methods

What was a common treatment for possession during the Middle Ages?

• Bloodletting

• Psychotherapy

• Medication

• Exorcism

What does 'Mass Hysteria' refer to?

• A large-scale outbreak of bizarre behavior

• A historical event

• A psychological disorder

• A treatment method

What did Hippocrates believe about psychological disorders?

• They were a result of social norms

• They were caused by evil spirits

• They were hereditary only

• They could be treated like any other disease

What is the 'Humoral Theory of Disorders'?

• A theory about family dynamics

• A theory about social behavior

• A theory linking disorders to bodily fluids

• A theory about psychological assessments