Cochlear implants: miracle or an
attack on "deaf culture"?
With a
miniature computer behind her ear broadcasting signals to an electrode
in her ear, Lisa Oliveri felt like there were golf balls bouncing
around in her head. It was an unpleasant feeling and a moment of
despair.
This article
examines ethical dilemmas related to cochlear implant surgery in
children. These dilemmas arise from the existence of a linguistic and
cultural minority called the Deaf World. Click Here!
Couples should not be allowed to
select either for
or against deafness
Recently, a US
couple deliberately attempted to ensure the birth of a deaf child via
artificial insemination.1 In opposing this action, I wish to focus on
one argument they employ to support it, namely that in trying to have a
deaf child Click Here!
Deaf Culture, Cochlear Implants, and
Elective Disability.
During the past
decade, a growing concept I of Deaf culture has taken root. Under this
concept, people who cannot hear are viewed as either deaf (with a small
d) or Deaf (with a capital D). Click
Here!
Myths About Deafness
At the outset
of this article I must state that I am a hearing person. I have no
qualifications indeaf culture. The aim of this article is to broaden
cultural understanding of deafness and break down some of the myths
about deafness......Click
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Learning To Communicate With Deaf People
Life seems to
pass us by without much thought for how lucky we really are. Imagine
what it would be like to wake up one morning and be confronted by
absolute silence. No ticking clock. No people talking. No dishes
clanging. Nothing.......Click
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links from within this website
Because hearing
impairment isnt immediately visible, most people dont understand how
serious the consequences can be, especially for children.......Click Here!
Living with a Deaf Cat
A genetic
anomaly causes blue-eyed white cats to be born deaf. I have not been
able to find out what percentage of them are deaf - but it is fairly
common. Odd-eyed whites are often deaf on the same side as they are
blue eyed......... Click
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Parents raising a hearing impaired child:
the stresses, management strategies, and support services.
Some families
may experience an increase in stress after their child is initially
diagnosed with a hearing loss. This stress can often result in feelings
of denial, anxiety, helplessness, anger and.. Click
Here!
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