The Reform movement was a huge change in society. There were many different groups of reformers that believed in different goals. Some groups concentrated on individual reform as well believing in the “perfectibility” of man. Others focused on reforming specific American institutions. Mainly all reform groups were located in the North, not the South. This was due to the fast pace of change in the North. Some reformers also wanted to improve the conditions in hospitals, prisons, and asylums. This leading to the Reformer Dorothea Dix who was a mental health reformer. Dorothea Dix was constantly trying her best to improve the lives of the unfortunate people. She tried to help the less fortunate by working in many different occupations. Since
