Cochlear Implants for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Cochlear implants, fast gaining popularity, can restore some sound for deaf people of all ages. Deaf People with Autism Some deaf children are also autistic. Infant Hearing Screening Newborns' hearing is being tested before they leave the hospital. Meningitis Meningitis is one of the most dangerous illnesses and victims that survive are often deafened. Auditory Neuropathy Auditory neuropathy is a condition in which a person has normal organ function but can not hear sounds. Conventions and Conferences All the national organizations for the deaf and hard of hearing hold conferences. Anthony Natale, Howie Seago Deaf actors Anthony Natale and Howie Seago. History of Hearing Aids Hearing aids through the years. Growing Up Deaf - Speech Therapy Speech therapy teaches useful skills but deaf and hard of hearing children may not like the learning process. Christy Smith, Deaf Survivor Christy Smith, a deaf woman, was on the Survivor reality show. Goldenhar Syndrome Goldenhar syndrome is a fairly rare syndrome that among other things, causes hearing loss. Phyllis Frelich and Linda Bove Two of the most respected actresses in the deaf community, Phyllis Frelich and Linda Bove. C.J. Jones C.J. Jones has a long record as an deaf and African American actor/comedian. Types and Degrees of Hearing Loss Understanding the type and degree of hearing loss you or your child may have. Amy Ecklund - Deaf Actress Amy Ecklund is a deaf actress who happens to have a cochlear implant. Poetry by Deaf and Hard of Hearing People Poetry is a medium for expressing feelings about hearing loss. Interpreters and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Sign language interpreting is a profession that carries a risk of carpal tunnel syndrome, or other repetitive motion injuries. Thomas H. Gallaudet Thomas H. Gallaudet is the father of deaf education in the United States. Deaf and Music Music can be enjoyed by and plays an important role in education for deaf people. Pidgin Sign(ed) English Pidgin Sign(ed) English is a form of sign language that is between ASL and English. Deaf People and the Holocaust The experiences of deaf people in the Holocaust of World War II. Christmas Spirit in ASL Expressing the Christmas spirit in sign language, through songs, videos, and novelties. ABC Stories with the Sign Alphabet ABC stories are a fun way to express and practice the sign alphabet. Deaf Children with Learning Disabilities Resources for parents and teachers of deaf children with learning disabilities. Deaf Community Halloween Halloween, with a deaf flavor. |