The scars of domestic abuse often etch themselves into young and developing minds. A recent primary research conducted in the various districts of Karachi investigates how domestic violence and cousin marriages sway children's mental disabilities, seek pathways for awareness among the citizens, and bring about a social change where inclusivity may get ensured.
The research — conducted across six institutions under Centre for Business and Economic Research (CBER) at IBA, Karachi — divulged the harsh realities faced by cognitively challenged children. These six institutions include Scinosa Day Care Home; Society of Rehabilitation of Special Children (SRSC); Umeed Special Academy; Learning Hand Rehabilitation Centre; AUN (Asghar Un Nisa) Institute of Special Education; and Vislwes Rehabilita