Where do they find these people, and they need a survey to tell us this ? From an Journal published in Bristol England, 'home' of the study of British 'Deaf'....(good to know deaf studies are not completely a waste of time..). DOH !
What they noticed.....
Structured personal interviews concerning the social and vocational aspects of acquired hearing loss were carried out with 105 people aged between 24 and 56 years. The data included participants' experiences of hospital referral and the level of information provision.
It was found that despite the majority being referred for ENT and audiological consultation immediately by their doctors, few of them received advice regarding the best strategy for adjustment, or for communication.
Difficulties in communication in the family environment existed as distance from speaker or numbers of people increased. There was also a decline in contact with relatives and neighbours for a significant minority.
Deafness created a two-way problem, equally placing a strain on hearing members of the family. Irritation and frustration was reported, as was the feeling on loneliness. As the majority suffered only a mild hearing loss, the findings gave cause for concern and confirmed the need for an effective rehabilitation and advice structure.
They could have just logged in to my blog and saved the time.....
3 comments:
Yes, I agree. These findings are pretty obvious. Having a hearing loss is frustrating. What a surprise.
There are so many studies being conducted out there that are a waste of time and money when the answers are pretty obvious--like the extensive research that was performed to see if hermit crabs can feel pain (of course they do).
Thanks for posting.
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What did it for me was the suggestion those who are pursuing the academic side of deaf culture are suggesting they know about acquired deaf too, they should leave it to us. If anyone is throwing money at investigating the lifestyles of acquired deaf and their issues they can give it to me, not a bunch of signing people in Bristol. And I'll post the money to a support group.
This is misrepresnting deaf issues and applying for funding unconnected with deaf culture. It shows how ignorant funders are of deaf people. All the time, acquired deaf are being starved of recognition and support too. All we want is out, donate the money to that.
Excellent point. Again thank you for posting this. It is very important that people realize this.
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