Various Terms Have Been Used Historically to Refer to What

question 5

Multiple Choice

Various terms have been used historically to refer to what is today typically called mental illness.Among the following,which term has not been used to refer to mental illness?

• A)mad
• B)lunatic
• C)maniac
• D)Ptolemic

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Mental mechanisms used subconsciously to shield oneself from the distress caused by thoughts or emotions that are not socially acceptable.

Projection

A defense mechanism where one attributes their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person.

Illegal Drugs

Substances whose production, sale, or use is prohibited by law due to their potential for abuse and harm.

Defense Mechanism

Strategies used unconsciously by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and internal conflicts by distorting reality in some way.