Who,even before Pinel,argued that the mentally ill should be spared physical restraint and harsh treatment?

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Chiarugi, an Italian physician, was a predecessor of Pinel and advocated for the humane treatment of mentally ill patients, including the avoidance of physical restraints and harsh treatment. Tuke, while influential in the development of moral treatment, came after Pinel in advocating for similar humane practices. Dix was also a proponent of moral treatment but focused more on improving the conditions of asylums and enhancing patient care rather than specifically advocating against physical restraint and harsh treatment. Therefore, A) Chiarugi is the best choice as the first person to argue for the humane treatment of mentally ill patients.

Who,even Before Pinel,argued That the Mentally Ill Should Be Spared