In the latter half of the 20th century, the routine institutionalization of patients with schizophrenia was significantly reduced because of

A. the effectiveness of antipsychotic medications.
B. court rulings limiting involuntary hospitalization.
C. both a and b
D. neither a nor b


Answer: C

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