In two moments one can structure the text: the first one informs on the moment of integration in the public school of the children and young people with mental disability; the second one emphasis the beginning and consolidation of the Cooperatives of Parents of Mentally Handicapped Citizens as a main reason for the creation of an inclusive society; in this reflexion is remarkable again as these parents' initiatives are increasing and taking new positions facing the political alterations occurred in Portugal since April 25th, 1974.
mental disability; inclusion; cooperatives of parents
