The Best Description of the Current Status of Deinstitutionalization Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

The best description of the current status of deinstitutionalization is that ________.

• A) despite initial problems, it has become a critically acclaimed success
• B) despite an initial period of optimism, the policy has now run into serious problems because of a lack of adequate follow-up care
• C) although it has enjoyed some success, it has failed largely because of the ease with which patients can be readmitted for short-term stays in hospitals
• D) it has succeeded mainly because of the efforts of large medical insurers to support the policy

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Definitions:

Mental Hospitals

Institutions specialized in the treatment and care of individuals with mental health conditions; also known as psychiatric hospitals.

Alternative Forms of Care

Various unconventional methods of healthcare and treatment practices that differ from standard medical practices, including herbal medicine, acupuncture, and homeopathy.

Psychological Treatment

Therapeutic interventions and practices aimed at addressing mental health issues through psychological means rather than medical.

Disturbed Patient

Refers to an individual undergoing mental health issues that significantly impact their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a negative way.