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Gudon Ahmed
on Oct 15, 2024
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Dorothea Dix advocated for better treatment of the mentally insane.
Dorothea Dix
A 19th-century American advocate for the mentally ill who spearheaded efforts to create more humane treatment and institutions for those suffering from mental disorders.
Mentally Insane
An outdated and insensitive term previously used to describe individuals with mental health conditions; modern understanding emphasizes mental health and wellness.
- Comprehend the principal individuals and their roles in contributing to different social reform movements during the 19th century.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principal individuals and their roles in contributing to different social reform movements during the 19th century.