Audiogram

Deaf Culture is an entirely different world in itself. I have been submerged in Deaf Culture from the time that I was very small so it feels mostly normal to me. For a long time, the hearing people around me were the “culture shock” and not the Deaf Culture. As I became older, it became easier for me to see the vast differences between the two and ultimately grow an appreciation for both worlds. Since I can’t give an interesting ‘a-ha’ story, I will explain what I think is fascinating about Deaf…

The main question that is discussed in the article, “Effectiveness of Counseling-Based Adult Group Aural Rehabilitation Programs: A Systematic Review of the Evidence,” is whether group aural rehabilitation (AR) programs that are counseling based are effective or not. The article reviewed the evidence from these group AR programs from relevant articles that had to match a specific list of criteria. I believe that counseling based group AR programs are effective for not only those who are hearing…

Do you have or require a cochlear implant? If so, you may be eligible for social security benefits, if you meet certain requirements. A cochlear implant is a device used to aid in the function of the inner ear by sending signals to the brain. In situations where the inner ear is damaged this electronic device actually replaces the function of the inner ear, giving patients a better chance to hear and communicate with others. The cochlear implant is intended for those who are considered…

“Through Deaf Eyes” is an eye-opening movie about the world and culture of deaf people. It made me question my previous thoughts and opinions about deaf people and the differences in “Earth” and “Eyeth.” My personal perceptions were altered quite drastically in terms of how some deaf people perceive themselves and the attitudes hearing people have towards them. Many deaf people do not see themselves as having a problem in need of fixing, they just accept it as a trait. Alternately, many hearing…

Often times, people take their privileges for granted. When an average person wakes up in the morning to the sound of birds chirping and the sight of sunlight shining through his or her bedroom window, he or she may be oblivious to how others in the world, like Helen Keller, lack the ability to see and hear. In her lifetime and beyond, Helen Keller has helped to bring awareness to the deaf-blind community. However, she never had many of the experiences or opportunities that the majority of the…

By 2050 there are going to be hearing and visions impairment. older adult populations in the US is projected to double as compared to its estimated in size in 2012 . And the cases of glaucoma cases increased by the year 2032, the number is projected to increase nearly 50 percent to 4.3 million and by more than 90 percent to 5.5 million by 2050s. There are 3.28 and 3.65 million hearing aids were in the Us. The five statistics relating to visions and hearing impairment population are found to…

My decision to be a Speech-Language Hearing sciences major came as a result from my own experiences living with a hearing loss. As I began high school, I unexpectedly began losing my hearing due to an inner ear disease. I struggled in my schooling for some time before I started the aural rehabilitation that has brought me to where I am today. Through this treatment, I interacted with a variety of audiologists who helped find assistive technologies and communication strategies that were best…

Many people around America,have the challenge of deafness.It’s a great struggle for these people.Although they might have an advantage in other senses,deafness has many challenges such as not being to communicate and share with friends and family,and your in a vulnerable position to get hurt or injured.Being deaf let’s you not being able to talk to friends and family with a connection.You can’t hear there voice to comfort you.Like say,family conversations are valuable,you when you go out to eat…

Language Deprivation Syndrome Sanjay Gulati is a medical doctor who has been working with Deaf children for over 20 years in the state of Massachusetts. In his lecture, Language Deprivation Syndrome, he went into detail about what causes Language Deprivation Syndrome (LDS), Theory of Mind (ToM) and if assistive devices such as hearing aids and cochlear implants actually help avoid these issue. These topics were of great interest to me since I am going into the medical field and do not have any…

The topics of the video are all related to one another and fit into the context of our course material. It is said in the book that the deaf people managed to create their own fascinating world: “a vibrant community and its associated culture.”() Both the video and the textbook describe the main issue that deaf people are to face. Nonetheless, they keep up the optimistic appearance and do their best to exude self-confidence. In spite of their hearing disorder, these people are proud to be deaf.…