Disability in Brazil

[4] In Brazil, disability is measured by facts and age-based data,[1] sport participation,[5] education information,[6] impacts on everyday life[7] and available support services/issues of access.

[12] In Brazil, individuals who maintain a low education and aged persons are more vulnerable to disabilities, therefore attaining incapacities at higher rates.

[1] Developing a disability can occur through old age, as vulnerability appears and the risk of getting sick or receiving a chronic disease is high.

[5] Brazilian individuals with disabilities face varying levels of societal pressure, as they must prove their sporting activity is possible.

[18] Education classes held for students with disabilities are provided in Portuguese only, and academic learning faces difficulties, as no grading takes place.

[20] Local, regional, and national parents and psychologists have negotiated with Brazilian officials for the complete integration of their children with disabilities into education systems.

[19] An example of this is the 'Association of Parents and Friends of the Exceptional' which fundraise money for individuals with learning disabilities on a non-profit basis to assist with health and integration into education systems.

[6] Private schools in Brazil have recognised students with disabilities and their need for individual facilities, integrating this into physical and psychological learning environments.

[21] Life normality for many Brazilian individuals with disabilities includes the encouragement of independence and self-sufficiency within the daily departments of housing and family, health, and communication.

[22] Difficulty in everyday life activities is escalated by the factors of age, education, and chronic disease levels.

[22] Life normality and challenges for people with disabilities in Brazil originates from history and struggles with forced labour.

[22] Health levels vary through the number of chronic diseases encountered and age, which impacts everyday life.

[22] Individuals with disabilities in Brazil are prone to illness and chronic diseases, and frequently require professional health assistance.

[24] Legal support in legislation lacks for individuals with communication disorders, lowering social inclusion rates.

[24] There are support services and organisations available for people with disabilities in Brazil, which aim to fulfil assistance lacking by the Brazilian government.

[25] There are civil and human rights organisations in Brazil who advocate for people with disabilities to create public concerns.

[25] In major cities, physical assistance is available for people with disabilities, such as provision of guide dogs, staff at train stations, and set seating in public transport.

[5] An example of this are the staff who aid public transport that do not receive specific training, access ramps lack sufficiency, and dedicated lanes on the road for sight disabilities are incomplete.