The Major Problem Associated with Explanations of Psychological Disorders in Terms

question 26

Multiple Choice

The major problem associated with explanations of psychological disorders in terms of demon possession is that these explanations

• A) were relevant only to severe disorders such as schizophrenia.
• B) encouraged many to believe there was no such thing as insanity.
• C) led to some harsh and ineffective remedial treatments.
• D) relieved people of personal responsibility for their own behavior.

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Definitions:

Block Design

A type of experimental design that groups subjects or experimental units into blocks to control variability among them.

Severe Depression

A clinical condition marked by significantly intense symptoms of depression, including extreme sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of energy or interest in life.

Explanatory Variable

A variable that is manipulated or categorized to investigate its effect on a dependent variable.

Comparative Study

A research method that involves comparing two or more groups or variables to determine significant differences or similarities.