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Horrible. People would dump off family members in asylums/hospitals to avoid having to take care of them themselves, even though in most hospitals they had no more real insight than anyone else.
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How were mental disabilities treated in the 1930's America?
In the 1930s, mental disabilities were often misunderstood and stigmatized. Many individuals were institutionalized in large state-run facilities, where they were subjected to harsh treatments such as electroshock therapy and lobotomies. There was little focus on individualized care or support for those with mental disabilities.
How does society portray mental disabilities today rather than in the 1930s?
Society is much better about its portrayal and reaction to mental illness than it was in the 1930s. Today, people understand that mental illness does not make a person insane or scary. There is still work to be done in advancing the tolerance of and decency towards mentally ill persons, though.
What disabilities do seniors have?
Some have physical and mental disabilities.
What has the author Stefan Anderssohn written?
Stefan Anderssohn has written: '\\' -- subject(s): Religious education of people with mental disabilities, Religious life, Church work with people with mental disabilities, People with mental disabilities
Can mental disabilities be covered under long-term care insurance?
disabilities are not confined to these physical situations; they can be mental as well
How were people with intellectual disabilities treated in the 1930s in Ireland?
your ugly
What has the author Burton Blatt written?
Burton Blatt has written: 'In and out of mental retardation' -- subject(s): Collected works, Education, Education of mentally retarded, Government policy, Mental retardation, People with mental disabilities 'In and out of books' -- subject(s): Book reviews, Children with mental disabilities, People with mental disabilities, Special education 'Souls in extremis' -- subject(s): Care, Inmates of institutions, Mental retardation facilities, People with mental disabilities 'The intellectually disfranchised, impoverished learners and their teachers' -- subject(s): Children with mental disabilities, Education, Teachers of children with mental disabilities 'Selected media reviews: Exceptional children, 1970-1973' -- subject(s): Abstracts, Special education 'The intellectually disfranchised' -- subject(s): Children with mental disabilities, Education, Teachers of mentally handicapped children 'A plan for reformation of services for the mentally retarded in Massachusetts' -- subject(s): Care, People with mental disabilities 'The conquest of mental retardation' -- subject(s): Mental retardation 'Christmas in purgatory' -- subject(s): Care, People with mental disabilities
How do people get mental of physical disabilities?
People can get mental or physical disabilities through a variety of factors, including genetics, illness, injury, or environmental factors. Mental disabilities can also be caused by brain injury or chemical imbalances, while physical disabilities can result from accidents, developmental issues, or aging. Early intervention and appropriate support can help individuals manage and cope with their disabilities.
What has the author Tabitha Orth written?
Tabitha Orth has written: 'Visual Recipes' -- subject(s): Cookery, Cookery for people with disabilities, Cookery for people with mental disabilities, Cooking for people with disabilities, Cooking, Cooking for people with mental disabilities
What is a sports program for people with mental disabilities?
sportal
What has the author John Leslie Hoffman written?
John Leslie Hoffman has written: 'Catholicism and mental deficiency' -- subject(s): Catholic Church, Children with mental disabilities, Church work with people with mental disabilities
What is developmental disabilities?
Developing mental skills slowly. Developing slowly. Not always mental skills.
