history Flashcards
1
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somatogenic perspective
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all abnormal functioning has a biological basis
2
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psychogenic perspective
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unconscious processes are at the root of abnormality
3
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greek and roman period
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- identified many psychological disorders
- somatogenic perspective: abnormalities had basis in the four humors
4
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middle ages
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- rise of the church led to rejection of science
- abnormality = conflict between good and evil
5
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renaissance
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- increase in family care & shrines
- introduction of asylums
- phrenology
6
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phrenology
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study of size and shape of the skull as an indicator of personality and mental abilities
7
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19th century
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- initial harsh treatments
- asylum reform to more moral treatment
- decline of moral treatment by end of the century due to rise in prejudices
8
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20th century
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- discovery of psychotropic medication in the 50’s led to rise in outpatient care
- shock therapy
- lobotomy
9
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modern
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- growth in prevention efforts
- more multicultural focus
- better insurance coverage for mental health care
10
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managed care
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insurance companies determines treatment plan
11
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mental health parity act
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requires equal coverage for mental and physical health
12
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affordable care act
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mental health care required for insurance plans
