Which of the following served to publicize the plight of the mentally ill in the mid-1940s?
A) The publication of A Mind That Found Itself
B) The publication of The Snake Pit
C) The research funded by the National Institutes of Mental Health
D) The passage of the Community Health Services act

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The publication of "The Snake Pit" by Mary Jane Ward in 1946 is notable for its impact on public awareness regarding the conditions of mental health institutions and the treatment of the mentally ill during that era. The novel, based on Ward's own experiences, was a critical piece in bringing attention to the need for reform in mental health care.

Which of the Following Served to Publicize the Plight of the Mentally