Country profile: intellectual disability in Brazil. Issue 2 (4th April 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Carvalho, Erenice Natalia Soares de; Forrester-Jones, Rachel
• Is Part Of: Tizard learning disability review. Volume 21:Issue 2(2016:Apr.)
• Page Start: 65
• Page End: 74
• Publication Date: 2016-04-04
• Subjects: Learning disabilities -- Brazil -- Social inclusion -- Intellectual disability -- Current issues -- History of services; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Learning disabled -- Periodicals; Social service -- Periodicals; 362.2
• DOI: 10.1108/TLDR-05-2015-0022
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1359-5474

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: – The purpose of this paper is to provide a contextual overview of learning disability (LD) in Brazil. Design/methodology/approach: – The paper uses an historical approach, providing a critical appraisal of the key theories and treatment of people with LD from the sixteenth century to the present. Findings: – Brazil has experienced a different historical trajectory in terms of treatment and practice for people with LD compared to Europe, the UK and the USA. Originality/value: – Brazil is one of the most rapidly developing, globally important countries with an emerging major economy. There are opportunities now for people with LD to be included in their country's development, yet their needs should be highlighted.