Assume That Benjamin Rush and Dorothea Dix Suddenly Appeared in the Twenty-First

question 15

Essay

Assume that Benjamin Rush and Dorothea Dix suddenly appeared in the twenty-first century, approximately 50 years after the U.S. policy of deinstitutionalization began. What would they think about our treatment of those persons with mental illness? Which suggestions might they make for changes in our policy of deinstitutionalization?

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Definitions:

Thrift

is the practice of being economical and resourceful in the use of resources, often to achieve long-term financial sustainability.

Collectivism

A cultural value that emphasizes the importance of groups and collective action over individual achievement or identity.

In-Group Goals

Refer to the objectives or targets shared within a specific group of individuals who identify closely with each other.

Collectivism

A cultural value or social outlook emphasizing the importance of groups and collective action over individual goals and achievements.