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Unit 8 – Clinical Psychology
Topic 8.7
How has the understanding of the biological aspects of mental illness influenced treatments?
Psychiatric medications have been developed targeting specific neurotransmitters associated with different disorders.
There is no connection between biological understanding and treatment strategies for mental illness.
Biological understanding led to a decline in medication use for treating mental illnesses.
The focus shifted from biology-based treatments towards spiritual healing methods only.
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AP Psychology - 8.7 Introduction to Treatment of Psychological Disorders
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