History of Abnormal Psychology

History of Abnormal Pscychology

400 BCE

Hippocrates suggests that psychological disorders have both biological and psychological causes

History of Abnormal Psychology

200 BCE

Galen suggests that normal and abnormal behavior are related to four bodily , fluids or humors.

History of Abnormal Psychology

1300

Superstition runs rampant and mental disorders are blamed on demons and witches ; exorcisms are performed to rid victims of evil spirits

History of Abnormal Psychology

1400

Enlightened view that insanity is caused by mental or emotional and depression and anxiety are again regarded by some disorders

History of Abnormal Psychology

1500

Paracelsus suggests that the moon and the stars , not possession by the devil , affect peoples psychological function