Posted on May 10, 2025 by paul
Audism is a term many people have never heard of, yet it affects millions of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals every day. Simply put, audism is discrimination or prejudice against people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. It assumes that being able to hear—and speak—is superior to being Deaf. These assumptions can manifest in […]
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Why Deaf Awareness Month Matters Every September, we celebrate Deaf Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the Deaf community’s rich culture, language, and contributions to society. While awareness days and months come and go, Deaf Awareness Month holds a special place, not only for Deaf individuals, but also for the broader public striving for inclusion, […]
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Stretch & Flex Fine Motor Warm-Ups6. Piano Taps – Tap fingers on a surface like you’re playing piano keys.7. Coin Flips – Practice flipping a coin between your fingers.8. Rubber Band Expansions – Place a rubber band around your fingers and open your hand against resistance. Creative Movement9. Air Drawing – “Draw” shapes, letters, or […]
Read MorePosted on May 06, 2025 by paul
Looking away while signing Checking your phone or smartwatch Talking to someone else mid-conversation Chewing gum, eating, or drinking Poor lighting (making it hard to see facial expressions or signs) Wearing sunglasses indoors Blocking your hands (crossed arms, holding items) Standing too far away or behind the person Signing too quickly or too slowly Using […]
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If you’re new to learning about the Deaf community or American Sign Language (ASL), you may have come across different terms like Deaf, deaf, and Hard of Hearing. While they may seem similar at first glance, each term carries its own unique meaning and cultural significance. Let’s break it down: “Deaf” with a Capital D Deaf (capital “D”) refers […]
Read MorePosted on May 05, 2025 by paul
When many people hear the word Deaf, they think of someone who can’t hear. While that’s true from a medical perspective, being Deaf is about much more than hearing loss—it’s about identity, culture, community, and language. Audiological vs. Cultural Deafness From an audiological standpoint, a Deaf person typically has a profound hearing loss, meaning they hear […]
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Daily Practice Ideas Practice With Others Classroom or Study-Based Practice Creative Practice Technology-Based Practice
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I. Genetic Causes These are inherited or caused by genetic mutations, either present at birth or progressive over time. II. Acquired Causes These are due to factors after conception and can occur prenatally, perinatally, or postnatally. A. Prenatal (before birth) B. Perinatal (during birth) C. Postnatal (after birth) III. Unknown or Idiopathic Causes In some cases, no identifiable […]
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Exposure to loud noises, whether from concerts, machinery, yelling, or other sources can cause significant and often permanent damage to a person’s hearing. Sounds above 85 decibels, which is roughly the volume of heavy traffic or a noisy restaurant, can begin to harm the delicate structures in the inner ear. Repeated or prolonged exposure to […]
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