Introduction

A.    Defining Psychological Abnormality

B.    Psychological Abnormality: An Elusive Concept

C.    Defining Treatment

D.    Past Views & Treatments

Prehistoric Societies (evil spirits)

Greeks & Romans (natural causes)

Middle Ages (demonology)

Renaissance & Rise of Asylums

19th century (moral treatment)

Somatogenic Perspective

Psychogenic Perspective

E.    Current Trends

Severe Disturbances & Treatment

Less Severe Disturbances & Treatment

Increased Diversity in Perspectives & Professionals

Managed Healthcare

Appreciation for Research

Diversity & Multicultural Perspective

Mental Health:A Report of the Surgeon General

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