According to Your Text, Deinstitutionalization Has Resulted, in Part, in Large

question 74

Essay

According to your text, deinstitutionalization has resulted, in part, in large numbers of people with severe psychological disturbances either becoming homeless or ending up in jail or prison. Is deinstitutionalization an ethical and appropriate strategy for the treatment of mental illness that the United States should continue to follow? Back up your answer with specific examples.

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Definitions:

Audits

Independent examinations of financial records and statements by a third party to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.

Managers' Certification

The process by which company managers formally attest to the accuracy and completeness of the financial statements.

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)

A U.S. federal law enacted to protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures, enhancing financial reporting and corporate governance.

Securities and Exchange Commission

A U.S. regulatory agency responsible for enforcing federal securities laws, regulating the securities industry, and overseeing the nation’s stock and options exchanges.