At the Start of the Twentieth Century in America, Public

question 34

Multiple Choice

At the start of the twentieth century in America, public attitudes toward the mentally ill ________

• A) had become enlightened and humane.
• B) associated mental disorder with "tainted genes" and divine retribution.
• C) had become a conviction that the mentally ill were incurable and should be executed or jailed for the rest of their lives.
• D) were characterized by fear, horror, and ignorance.

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Definitions:

Married Individuals

Persons who are united in marriage, legally joined as partners in a personal relationship.

Mental Illness

A broad category of disorders that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, potentially impacting daily functioning and well-being.

Lower-Status

Indicates a position or ranking that is considered to be inferior or less prestigious compared to others within a hierarchy or social structure.

Black Individuals

Persons identified or identifying themselves as having ancestry from any of the black racial groups of Africa.