Behavior Attributed to Possession by Evil Spirits or the Devil

question 61

Multiple Choice

Behavior attributed to possession by evil spirits or the Devil observed in the Middle Ages is an example of:

• A) mass hysteria
• B) conversion disorder
• C) generalized fear disorder
• D) somatoform disorder

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Definitions:

Eating Deficits

Disorders or abnormalities in eating patterns and behaviors, often leading to inadequate or excessive food intake, which can severely impact health and well-being.

Environmental Cues

Environmental cues refer to external signals or stimuli that can influence behavior, perception, and physiological responses.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobe of the brain, involved in complex behaviors such as planning, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Hypothalamus Axons

Axons originating from the hypothalamus, involved in functions like temperature regulation, hunger, and emotional responses.