Asked by Amber Nicole on May 18, 2024

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Discuss two reasons for the increasing numbers of persons with disabilities in Canada today.

Disabilities

Physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional, developmental, or some combination of these that affect an individual’s ability to perform certain tasks or engage in activities considered normal by society.

Canada

A country in North America known for its vast landscapes, multicultural diversity, and the institution of parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy.

  • Understand the factors contributing to the increasing number of persons with disabilities in Canada.
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Wesley WittemanMay 22, 2024
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This increase is a result of two main factors.First,with advances in medical technology,many children born with a serious disability or many people injured in accidents are more likely to survive today than they were in the past.Second,as the population ages,a higher percentage of people are more likely to experience chronic diseases (such as arthritis)that may have disabling consequences.