Each of the Following Statements Correctly Describes the Circumstances of Mentally

question 59

Multiple Choice

Each of the following statements correctly describes the circumstances of mentally ill people prior to the late 19^th century EXCEPT

• A) the community often took on the care of mentally ill people.
• B) family members often cared for a mentally ill person at home.
• C) mentally ill people received specialized care in psychiatric hospitals.
• D) mentally ill people were often left to care for themselves.

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Definitions:

Antitrust Laws

Regulations established by governments to prevent large businesses from gaining too much power, encouraging competition by limiting monopolies, cartels, and oligopolies.

Presidential Administration

The executive branch of the U.S. government, led by the President, that is responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, and managing the affairs of the nation.

Enforced

Compelled or mandated action or compliance, often through legal or authoritative measures.

Antitrust Laws

Legislation intended to promote competition and prevent monopolies by regulating anti-competitive practices.