Diagnosis of Mental Illnesses Flashcards
What was the main shift that happened regarding diagnosing mental illnesses
Differentiating spiritual explanations from physical and psychological ones
What did Wiesner-Hanks say about diagnosing mental illnesses
humoral theory remained dominant
What is humoral theory
linked mental conditions to imbalances in bodily fluids
What is an example of humoral theory
Melancholy was considered an imbalance in black bile
What did Kumin say about the diagnosis of mental illnesses?
natural philosophers relied on empirical evidence and personal observation over ancient texts
What did Cameron say about diagnosing mental illnesses
Differentiation between demonic possession and physical/psychological origins
What was the result of the shift that happened in diagnosing mental illnesses?
understanding of mental health and interplay between mind and body
