Concept of Deafness

Learning Outcome

By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

• • Explain who is deaf and hard of hearing 

  • Differentiate between deafness as a medical condition and as a cultural issue

  • List and explain some labels used for people who have lost their hearing.

  • Mention some misconceptions about deafness

Activities under the Section 

1. Discuss: Who is a D/deaf person and hard of hearing 

2. Read: Medical and cultural perspectives of deafness

3. Read: How causes, type, and onset of hearing loss influence the definition of deafness

Let begin 

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