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Did pre-industrial people have terrible mental health?

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Many astronomical bodies and constellations are named after ancient legends and gods. Has there ever been an attempt to 'Christianize' these in Europe?

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Were early 20th century asylums as bad as their reputation would suggest? Did they actually help anyone?

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People from some Native American tribes have literal names such as Crazy Horse or Black Elk. Was this ever common in Europe?

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Did pre-industrial people have terrible mental health?	211
Many astronomical bodies and constellations are named after ancient legends and gods. Has there ever been an attempt to 'Christianize' these in Europe?	23
Were early 20th century asylums as bad as their reputation would suggest? Did they actually help anyone?	5
People from some Native American tribes have literal names such as Crazy Horse or Black Elk. Was this ever common in Europe?	2