If You Were a Follower of Benjamin Rush, You Would

Multiple Choice

If you were a follower of Benjamin Rush, you would most likely agree with which of the following statements?

A) The mentally ill should be incarcerated and chained to prevent them from harming themselves or others.
B) The mentally ill should be treated through purging, bloodletting, and ice-cold baths.
C) The mentally ill will recover more quickly by living in the real world and learning to survive on their own.
D) The mentally ill should be given custodial care only, as their illnesses are incurable.