10 Questions
What did the 1845 Lunacy Act fail to distinguish between?
Learning disability and mental illness
Which legislation first dealt with the educational needs of those with learning disabilities?
1886 Idiots Act
What was the purpose of The Charity for the Asylum of Idiots established in 1847?
To support the establishment of large scale asylums
Which legislation muddied the distinction between learning disability and mental illness?
1890 Lunacy Act
What did the 1886 Idiots Act distinguish between?
Lunatics and idiots
What was the purpose of the Lunacy Act of 1845?
The purpose of the Lunacy Act of 1845 was to administer and regulate mental health issues.
What did the 1890 Lunacy Act do?
The 1890 Lunacy Act further muddied the distinctions between learning disability and mental illness.
What distinction did the 1886 Idiots Act make?
The 1886 Idiots Act made a clear distinction between lunatics and 'idiots' and 'imbeciles' in terms of educational needs.
When was The Charity for the Asylum of Idiots established?
The Charity for the Asylum of Idiots was established in 1847.
What role did The Charity for the Asylum of Idiots play?
The Charity for the Asylum of Idiots gave impetus and support to the establishment of regional voluntary large scale asylums for 'idiots' in England.
Test your knowledge on key legislation related to mental health and learning disabilities in the 19th century. Explore the 1845 Lunacy Act and the 1886 Idiots Act in this informative quiz.
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