PSYA02H3 Chapter 17: Chapter 17 Textbook
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What is abnorma l ? abnormal refers to any departure from the norm: ex/ einstein = abnormal. The psychodynamic perspective psychological disorders originate in intra-psychic conflict produced by the three components of the mind: the id, ego, and superego: conflicts between the id, ego, and superego that lead to psychological disorders www. notesolution. com. mind"s defense mechanism cannot produce a resolution that is adequate for all three: defense mechanisms themselves begin distorting reality extreme anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and compulsive behavior, depression, distorted perceptions and patterns of thinking. hippocrates = black bile, yellow bile, blood, and phlegm emotional problems asylums were established to confine those with psychological disorders: condition of them were poor and may have worsened their condition. 18 th/19th century quality and compassion improved psychological matters are based on specific abnormalities of the brain and nervous system that they should be approached for treatment in the same way as physical illnesses.
