Explore the consequences of the policy known as "deinstitutionalization," noting specifically the effect on homelessness. Compare the intended outcome of this policy with the actual outcome

What will be an ideal response?


Deinstitutionalization refers to the movement of people who are mentally ill from institutions into community healthcare centers. The goal was to reduce the number of people living in large impersonal settings. However, in practice, most communities have failed to provide adequate local mental healthcare facilities, with the result that many mentally ill patients have been placed in nursing homes, group residences, jails, and prisons, and a significant number are homeless.

Psychology

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____ effect. a. escalation b. persistence c. endowment d. sunk cost

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In behavioral self-management, the activity you want to change is called the

a. goal gradient. b. baseline. c. primary reinforcer. d. target behavior.

Psychology

Harry's mother left him for a few minutes. When she returned, Harry climbed into her lap and then resumed playing. Harry is probably a(n)

insecure child. secure child. abused child. neglected child.

Psychology

Panina is considered a relationship-oriented leader. As such, she tends to be considered high on the dimension of

A. initiating structure. B. relatedness. C. consideration. D. growth.

Psychology