insane asylums

Insane asylums, historically known as mental hospitals, were institutions designed to treat individuals with mental health disorders. They aimed to provide care, therapy, and a safe environment, often using a range of approaches from medication to structured activities. Over time, many of these facilities faced criticism for inhumane conditions and lack of effective treatment. Today, mental health care emphasizes community-based treatment and outpatient services, moving away from isolated institutions to promote recovery and dignity for individuals with mental health conditions.