Which of the following statements is true of the demonological model that explains the origins of psychological disorders?
A)Health professionals viewed psychological disorders as diseases of the mind that had no cure.
B)Health professionals viewed psychological disorders in terms of a combination of biological vulnerabilities, psychological factors, and sociocultural factors.
C)People assumed that the behaviors associated with psychological disorders were caused by possession by the devil.
D)People assumed that illnesses had physical or biological causes, which could be identified and cured through therapies.

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The demonological model explained the origins of psychological disorders as possession by the devil or evil spirits. It was a common belief in ancient cultures and led to harmful practices such as exorcisms as a form of treatment.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Demonological