The paradigm, or model, adopted by people in the Middle Ages to explain abnormal behavior was the _____ model.

A) sociocultural
B) biological
C) cognitive
D) demonological

Demonological Model

An ancient way of understanding psychological disorders that attributes them to the possession by evil spirits or demons.

Abnormal Behavior

Actions or behaviors that are significantly deviant from what is considered normal or typical within a cultural or societal context.

Middle Ages

A historical period in Europe spanning roughly from the 5th to the late 15th century, characterized by feudalism, the rise of Christianity, and the lack of central government.