For centuries, people have believed myths and misconceptionsabout psychological disorders and the people who suffer from them.Modern psychological research has allowed us to correct some ofthese misconceptions. As a result, many people have changed theirideas about mental and emotional disorders. Think of a commonmisconception you have observed in society or in your personalexperience. How could information from research be used to changepeople's views of psychological disorders? How can this informationhelp us to better understand people who experience mental andemotional disorders?
In a multi-paragraph essay, describe the misconception you observedand discuss how information from research could be used to changethis misconception about psychological disorders and the people whosuffer from them. Be sure to include details from class materials,readings, and research on psychological disorders to support yourdiscussion.
