The first truly organized effort to house mentally ill persons began in England in the 16^th century and was called _________________.

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The correct option is Bethlehem, which was established in London in 1247 as a priory for the Order of the Star of Bethlehem. It began taking in mentally ill patients in the 14th century and became notorious for its inhumane treatment of patients. However, it was also the first institution to specialize in the care of the mentally ill, marking the beginning of organized efforts to address mental illness. The other options (A, C, and D) are also institutions that provided care for the mentally ill, but they were not the first or most significant in terms of historical impact.

The First Truly Organized Effort to House Mentally Ill Persons