An evolutionary perspective has revealed that
A) some parts of the brain offer no obvious evolutionary advantage.
B) the prevalence of certain disorders varies across cultures.
C) some parts of the brain function in isolation.
D) brain areas associated with the most basic aspects of functioning appeared earliest during evolution.
Question 2
The ancient Greek physician Asclepius foreshadowed modern treatment for psychological disorders in that he
A) founded the first pharmacy that prescribed psychoactive medication for patients.
B) based his practice on the idea that trephination, as an early medical intervention, was successful for most disorders.
C) invented the practice of placing patients in cool baths to relieve stress.
D) founded the first sanctuary for mental disorders offering a variety of treatments.
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