Asked by Tequila Junior on Jul 21, 2024
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Which statement BEST reflects the impact of deinstitutionalization?
A) Most people with severe disturbances are receiving treatment.
B) Many people with severe disturbances are in jail or on the street.
C) Care is now consistent, and there is no shuttling back and forth through different levels of care.
D) Communities have been able to pick up the care of those with severe disturbances and provide effective treatment for most all of them.
Deinstitutionalization
Transitioning from prolonged inpatient psychiatric care to community-based mental health support for individuals suffering from mental health conditions.
Severe Disturbances
Intense disruptions in thoughts, emotions, or behavior, often indicative of profound psychological or mental health issues.
Shuttling
The act of moving back and forth between two places frequently or to transfer objects or individuals in a similar manner.
- Understand the concept and historical context of deinstitutionalization and its impact on mental health care.
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Manuela NicolescuJul 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Deinstitutionalization has led to a significant number of individuals with severe mental health disturbances ending up without proper care, often resulting in their presence in jails or homelessness due to the lack of adequate community support and mental health services.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept and historical context of deinstitutionalization and its impact on mental health care.