Philippe Pinel was one of the first to:
A)view psychological disorders as diseases of the mind and encouraged humane treatment.
B)believe that the gods punished humans by causing madness.
C)prove that psychological disorders are caused by brain abnormalities.
D)recognize biological differences between individuals that are activated by stress.

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Philippe Pinel was a French physician who believed that psychological disorders were not caused by demonic possession, as was commonly believed at the time, but rather were diseases of the mind that could be treated with kindness and compassion. Pinel advocated for humane treatment of those with mental illnesses, including removing restraints and providing therapeutic activities.

Philippe Pinel Was One of the First To