Which of the following accurately describes common beliefs about people with psychological disorders during the 14th century?
A) They were considered to be suffering from religious delusions and were cared for by members of the church communities.
B) They were seen as possessed by evil spirits and blamed for all misfortunes.
C) They were regarded as basically good individuals who were not responsible for their abnormal behavior.
D) They were provided with medical treatments and sometimes hospitalized because mental illness was regarded as equivalent to physical illness.

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During the 14th century, people with psychological disorders were commonly believed to be possessed by evil spirits and were often blamed for all the misfortunes that occurred. This led to inhumane treatment, such as torture and exorcisms, as people believed that the only way to rid the individual of their mental illness was to remove the evil spirits.

Which of the Following Accurately Describes Common Beliefs About People