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      World Schizophrenia Awareness Day, also known as Pinel

      Day, is observed annually on 24 May. It honours Dr. Philippe Pinel, who is known for:
      A Discovering the first antipsychotic medication Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Pioneering humane treatment for mental illness Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Coining the term "schizophrenia" Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Establishing the first psychiatric hospital in Europe Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E Developing the first psychological therapy for schizophrenia Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

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      World Schizophrenia Awareness Day honours Dr. Philippe Pinel (1745–1826), the French physician known for pioneering humane treatment for mental illness. The day commemorates 24 May 1792, when Dr. Pinel began removing chains from psychiatric patients at Bicêtre Hospital in Paris, France.

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