Prior to the 18th Century, People Who Exhibited Abnormal Behavior

question 23

Multiple Choice

Prior to the 18th century, people who exhibited abnormal behavior were thought to be

• A)possessed by evil spirits and were treated through exorcism.
• B)mentally ill and were treated through exorcism.
• C)mentally ill and were treated through verbal psychotherapy.
• D)possessed by evil spirits and were treated through drug therapy.

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