What were some of the results of moving mentally ill people from large state institutions to local community care? Select all that apply
A. Communities resented becoming dumping grounds for such severely ill people.
B. Community health centers were rapidly built, staffed, and prepared to give appropriate care.
C. Families were relieved that they did not have to travel so far to visit their ill family member.
D. Housing units were quickly built for the patients capable of independent living.
E. Psychiatric patients were feared, mocked, and stigmatized and found life outside frightening.
F. Without adequate financial support, patients were admitted for crisis care but were quickly discharged.
ANS: A, E, F
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