7 Things Hearing People Should Know About Deaf People
Being a deaf teen can be hard. It's easy to feel as though the people around you don't understand the world that you experience and the challenges that you're dealing with. Here are a
Being a deaf teen can be hard. It's easy to feel as though the people around you don't understand the world that you experience and the challenges that you're dealing with. Here are a
Take what others may perceive as a disadvantage and turn it into an advantage. As a deaf or hard of hearing teen or one that cannot hear at all, you will face challenges differently
Everyone feels alone occasionally. But if these feelings become consistent or oppressive, it may be time to look for a solution. As a deaf or hard of hearing teen, it's not uncommon to feel
It wasn't that long ago that there was very limited technology available for the deaf or hard of hearing. Deaf teens face typical challenges, such as coordinating socially with their friends, excelling academically, and
It's not uncommon for teenagers to feel sad, frustrated, and lonely sometimes. These emotions can feel so overwhelming that it affects the way you think and behave. Good mental health is important throughout all
The last six months we’ve been quietly working on a super-secret project. We created an online community for deaf and hard of hearing teenagers inside a private Minecraft server, we called it the League
If you've heard of the NDIS and the NDIA recently, you might be wondering what the difference is. Simply, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides support for Australians with disability, their families and
Ever tried to imagine what it would be like to be deaf or hard of hearing? Well even if you spent a whole day blocking your ears, deafness is unfortunately not something you can
The Need Hearing loss increases social isolation and potential for mental health issues. In terms of young deaf people who are oral, despite medical devices such as cochlear implants and hearing aids a deaf
WHO HEAR FOR YOU HELPS Primary beneficiaries: 12-18 year old Australians who are deaf or hard of hearing-who communicate orally or in Auslan; One in four are at risk of mental health issues. High costs