Common Distractions When Signing with a Deaf Person

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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Dangers of Loud Noise

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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Deaf News This Week: 4/12/2019

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5 Lessons You Didn’t Know We Covered in ASLdeafined

Ever wonder what you’re missing out on? Discover these 5 Awesome ASL Lessons of ASLdeafined! Technology for the Deaf Thanks to some really smart cookies out there, there’s a TON of technology available to help out the deaf. One of the most common devices, a Video Phone, allows a deaf person to make phone calls! […]

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