Which Term Was the Earliest Used to Describe Those Persons

question 159

Multiple Choice

Which term was the earliest used to describe those persons whom we now refer to as mentally ill?

• A) Crazy
• B) Unbalanced
• C) Madness
• D) Unstable

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Definitions:

Frontal Lobes

The part of the brain located at the front of each cerebral hemisphere, responsible for voluntary movement, expressive language, and managing higher level executive functions.

Three-Stage Model

A model that describes memory processing in three distinct stages: sensory memory, short-term (or working) memory, and long-term memory.

Memory Storage

The process by which information is encoded, stored, and retrieved in the brain, forming the basis for learning and remembering.

Short-Term Memory

The capacity to hold a small amount of information in mind in an active, readily available state for a short period of time.