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Deaf Plus Disabilities

Multiple disabilities with deafness including deafblindness, autism, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation.

Deaf People with Autism

Feature article on autism and deafness.

Autism and Auditory Processing Disorders

It is common for children with autism to also have auditory processing disorders. Researchers are still learning how auditory processing disorders affect children with autism.

Deafness and Attention Deficit Disorder

Some deaf children have Attention Deficit Disorder as well as hearing loss, and it can be difficult to distinguish between the hearing loss and the ADD.

Deaf Children with Learning Disabilities

Information and resources on helping deaf children who also have learning disabilities.

Deaf People and Cerebral Palsy

Feature article on deaf people with cerebral palsy.

Deafness and Intellectual Disability

Feature article on intellectual disability and deaf people.

Deafness and Balance Problems

Some deaf people have difficulty with maintaining balance.

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