Describe how therapy evolved from ancient practices through deinstitutionalization. Would you describe these practices as a continually improving evolution or were there problems encountered?

What will be an ideal response?

* Ancient use of exorcism and trephining.
* Hippocrates suggested the influence of humors.
* Witch accusations during the 16th and 17th centuries, along with the rise of asylums and hospitals.
* The moral therapy movement during the 18th century.
* Creation of state mental hospitals in the United States during the 19th century.
* The appearance of new techniques by Mesmer and Freud.
* The progress of the moral therapy movement was interrupted by overcrowding and a regression to many inhumane practices.
* Many might argue whether the techniques of Mesmer were an advance or whether deinstitutionalization was advantageous.

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