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Accidents: life changes in an instant. How to live after?

Observador3 September 2026 at 08:28

On the day marking one year since the Glória elevator accident in Lisbon, the article addresses the theme of the "after" of accidents and how people adapt to life, especially in cases that leave permanent marks. The Glória elevator is a well-known tourist means of transport in the Portuguese capital.

The article explores the psychological and physical difficulties faced by people who survived serious accidents, analyzing the process of readaptation to daily activities. The specific challenges of those left with disabilities resulting from these incidents are addressed.

The journalistic piece seeks to understand how survivors deal with long-term consequences and what strategies are used to rebuild their lives after moments that completely change their existence. The focus is on the resilience needed to face these situations.

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