In Rio de Janeiro's favelas, intensive police raids have become routine, impacting the daily lives of thousands. In January, a 15-hour raid distressed families, prompting parents like Rafaela Figueiredo de Franca to find ways to shield their children from anxiety caused by gunfire. Research indicates that residents suffer from various mental health issues linked to the violence, including high blood pressure and insomnia. Those with autism face additional challenges due to heightened sensitivity, accentuating the devastating effects of the ongoing cycle of violence and police operations in these communities.
To prevent Maria from panicking amid the seemingly endless barrage of deafening gunfire... De Franca shut the windows and turned on two fans.
Residents of conflict-ridden areas are more likely to develop high blood pressure, chronic insomnia, depression and anxiety disorders.
Daily life can resemble that of a war zone: when there are no confrontations... there are police raids that often claim the lives of innocents.
The burden is even heavier on people with autism, who are more prone to hypersensitivity to loud noises.
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