The ancient Greeks attempted to cure mental illness by ______.
A) sending people to temples where they were given rest, a nutritious diet, and exercise
B) trephining
C) performing exorcisms
D) torturing them in order to force the evil spirits out of their bodies

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The ancient Greeks believed in treating mental illness through a holistic approach. They would send people to temples where they would be given rest, a nutritious diet, and exercise. This approach was believed to rebalance the body and mind, soothing the divine spirits and restoring mental health. Trephining, exorcisms, and torture were not common treatments for mental illness in ancient Greece.

The Ancient Greeks Attempted to Cure Mental Illness by ______