Johan Weyer, in the Early 1500s

question 122

Multiple Choice

Johan Weyer, in the early 1500s,

• A) was a popularly accepted writer who argued that mental illness was due to demon possession.
• B) was a popularly accepted writer who argued that mental illness was due to imbalances in the four humors.
• C) wrote a book that was condemned by many, arguing that many witches were actually mentally ill.
• D) wrote a book that was scorned by many, arguing that mental illness was due to bodily magnetism.

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Definitions:

Callous Attitude

An insensitive and emotionally detached demeanor that shows a lack of empathy or concern for others.

Reclusive Behavior

A tendency to avoid social interactions and prefer solitude, often seen in various psychological conditions.

Aggression

Behaviors or actions characterized by hostility or violence towards others, often stemming from frustration or anger.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to restricted food intake and extreme thinness.