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Describe the different ways abnormal behavior has been viewed throughout history including supernatural theories biological theories and psychological theories.

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For much of history, the mentally ill have been treated very poorly. It was believed that mental illness was caused by demonic possession, witchcraft, or an angry god (Szasz, 1960). For example, in medieval times, abnormal behaviors were viewed as a sign that a person was possessed by demons.

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