Deafness: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Sign Word Reference Guide
A reference guide for the signs to words and phrases.
A reference guide for the signs to words and phrases.
Audiology - Ear Wax
Ear wax removal and treatment of deep wax are explained in this article.
Ear wax removal and treatment of deep wax are explained in this article.
Sign Language Dictionaries
Sign language dictionaries are available online.
Sign language dictionaries are available online.
Sign Language - I Love You
The I Love You handshape, perhaps the most recognized sign.
The I Love You handshape, perhaps the most recognized sign.
Cochlear Implants
Cochlear implants, fast gaining popularity, can restore some sound for deaf people of all ages.
Cochlear implants, fast gaining popularity, can restore some sound for deaf people of all ages.
Sign Language - Baby Signing
Signing with babies, whether hearing or deaf, has proven to be beneficial.
Signing with babies, whether hearing or deaf, has proven to be beneficial.
Sign Language - Classes
How to find a sign language class in your area.
How to find a sign language class in your area.
Famous & Historic Deaf People
Articles on well-known figures in the deaf/hard of hearing community both contemporary and past.
Articles on well-known figures in the deaf/hard of hearing community both contemporary and past.
Sign Language Alphabet
The sign language alphabet (fingerspelling) in photographs.
The sign language alphabet (fingerspelling) in photographs.
Hearing Tests Online
Links to online hearing tests, with descriptions wherever possible.
Links to online hearing tests, with descriptions wherever possible.
Hearing Aid Prices
Hearing impaired people whose hearing losses are not severe enough for cochlear implants must use hearing aids. The problem is, hearing aids are not usually covered by health insurance plans. Learn more about the high cost of hearing aids.
Hearing impaired people whose hearing losses are not severe enough for cochlear implants must use hearing aids. The problem is, hearing aids are not usually covered by health insurance plans. Learn more about the high cost of hearing aids.
Deafblind Triplets
Profile of a family with deafblind triplet daughters.
Profile of a family with deafblind triplet daughters.
Sign Language - Religious
Resources for religious sign language and songs or prayers, Christian and Jewish.
Resources for religious sign language and songs or prayers, Christian and Jewish.
Sudden Loss - Rush Limbaugh
Sudden hearing loss has affected Rush Limbaugh.
Sudden hearing loss has affected Rush Limbaugh.
Internet Relay Services
A comparison of internet relay services for the deaf and hard of hearing.
A comparison of internet relay services for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Sign Language - Careers
Learn about careers that use sign language.
Learn about careers that use sign language.
Sign Language - Sexuality
Sources of sign language words for common human sexuality terms.
Sources of sign language words for common human sexuality terms.
Sign Language 101
Sign language resources for new and experienced signers.
Sign language resources for new and experienced signers.
People - Lou Ferrigno
Lou Ferrigno, a hard of hearing actor and bodybuilder.
Lou Ferrigno, a hard of hearing actor and bodybuilder.
Sign Language Books
Top sign language books and dictionaries, from your About.com Guide.
Top sign language books and dictionaries, from your About.com Guide.
Sign Language - Songs Pledges
Deafness.about.com forum members answer a question about the signs for common songs and pledges.
Deafness.about.com forum members answer a question about the signs for common songs and pledges.
Sign Language Clip Art
Answers the question where sign language clip art and digital tools can be found.
Answers the question where sign language clip art and digital tools can be found.
People - Louis Frisino
A look at the career of Louis Frisino, a deaf artist.
A look at the career of Louis Frisino, a deaf artist.
Jobs - Employment Resources
Resources for finding jobs in the deaf community.
Resources for finding jobs in the deaf community.
Sign Language - Sign Names
Forum members answer a question about the use of sign names.
Forum members answer a question about the use of sign names.
Cause - Meniere's Disease
Meniere's disease is a common disorder of dizziness and hearing loss.
Meniere's disease is a common disorder of dizziness and hearing loss.
Sign Language - Signed English
A look at one form of communication and instruction, the use of Signed Exact English.
A look at one form of communication and instruction, the use of Signed Exact English.
Hearing Aids - Financial Aid
Financing hearing aids and cochlear implants due to their high prices can be challenging. Here are some sources of help.
Financing hearing aids and cochlear implants due to their high prices can be challenging. Here are some sources of help.
People - Helen Keller
Helen Keller was a remarkable deafblind woman whose appeal endures.
Helen Keller was a remarkable deafblind woman whose appeal endures.
Cause - Ototoxicity
Ototoxic drugs can cause hearing loss, both temporary and permanent.
Ototoxic drugs can cause hearing loss, both temporary and permanent.
Cochlear Implant Surgery
What happens in a cochlear implant surgery.
What happens in a cochlear implant surgery.
Interpreting Jobs
After completing training to become a sign language interpreter, the newly trained interpreter needs to find a job interpreting. Suggestions on sources of employment for interpreters.
After completing training to become a sign language interpreter, the newly trained interpreter needs to find a job interpreting. Suggestions on sources of employment for interpreters.
Signing - Fingerspelling
Don't have time to learn sign language? Try learning the manual alphabet, or fingerspelling, instead.
Don't have time to learn sign language? Try learning the manual alphabet, or fingerspelling, instead.
Sign Language - Animals
Signing the words for animals, and resources online and in books, videos, and flashcards for animal signs.
Signing the words for animals, and resources online and in books, videos, and flashcards for animal signs.
Buying Hearing Aids
Buying hearing aids is an expensive proposition, but there are guidelines and options available.
Buying hearing aids is an expensive proposition, but there are guidelines and options available.
Sign Language Games
Games and puzzles, in books, board games, and online games for learning and practicing sign language either alone or with friends.
Games and puzzles, in books, board games, and online games for learning and practicing sign language either alone or with friends.
Jobs - Become a Captioner
With captioning being mandatory, there has been increased interest in the captioning field. Information and resources for hearing people interested in careers in captioning.
With captioning being mandatory, there has been increased interest in the captioning field. Information and resources for hearing people interested in careers in captioning.
Cause - Sudden Deafness
More people lose their hearing suddenly than you might think.
More people lose their hearing suddenly than you might think.
Sign Language - Colors
Signs for different colors. Colors included are red, blue, yellow, green, orange, brown, purple, black, and white.
Signs for different colors. Colors included are red, blue, yellow, green, orange, brown, purple, black, and white.
Deaf History - Sign Language
History of sign language.
History of sign language.
Deaf Community - New York City
The Deaf and Hard of Hearing community of the New York City area, and the social opportunities, social services, interpreting agencies and captioning services in the New York City area.
The Deaf and Hard of Hearing community of the New York City area, and the social opportunities, social services, interpreting agencies and captioning services in the New York City area.
Cause - Autoimmune Inner Ear
Autoimmune inner ear disease is one of the lesser known causes of hearing loss.
Autoimmune inner ear disease is one of the lesser known causes of hearing loss.
Hearing Aid Batteries Q and A
Hearing aid batteries are the topic of this guest article.
Hearing aid batteries are the topic of this guest article.
Sign Language - Spanish Sign
Spanish speaking countries such as Mexico have their own Spanish sign languages.
Spanish speaking countries such as Mexico have their own Spanish sign languages.
Hearing Aids - Types
A wide variety of hearing aids are available.
A wide variety of hearing aids are available.
Sign Language - Hand Gestures
Are common hand gestures used by hearing people also found in ASL?
Are common hand gestures used by hearing people also found in ASL?
Unilateral Hearing Loss
A type of hearing loss that gets relatively little attention is unilateral hearing loss.
A type of hearing loss that gets relatively little attention is unilateral hearing loss.
Hearing Aid Care
How to care for hearing aids properly.
How to care for hearing aids properly.
Sign Language Facts
Basic Facts on American Sign Language.
Basic Facts on American Sign Language.
Pathological versus Cultural
There are two types of views of deafness - the pathological and the cultural.
There are two types of views of deafness - the pathological and the cultural.
I Love You Handshape Example
Example of how to make the I Love You sign handshape.
Example of how to make the I Love You sign handshape.
Insurance and Aids
Insurance coverage for hearing aids, or the lack thereof.
Insurance coverage for hearing aids, or the lack thereof.
Top Sign Language Articles
The most popular sign language articles at About.com:Deafness.
The most popular sign language articles at About.com:Deafness.
Total Communication
Total communication, or simultaneous communication, is a popular communication and educational option for deaf and hard of hearing.
Total communication, or simultaneous communication, is a popular communication and educational option for deaf and hard of hearing.
Audiology - ABR versus OAE
Auditory brainstem response (ABR) and otoacoustic emissions testing (OAE) are compared in this article.
Auditory brainstem response (ABR) and otoacoustic emissions testing (OAE) are compared in this article.
Children's Sign Language Books
The top children's sign language books, for young and elementary school-aged children.
The top children's sign language books, for young and elementary school-aged children.
Before You Get Hearing Aids
Before you get hearing aids, you need to learn about different types of hearing aids, financing, care, and more.
Before you get hearing aids, you need to learn about different types of hearing aids, financing, care, and more.
Jobs - Careers in Deafness
Careers for hearing people wanting to work with deaf people.
Careers for hearing people wanting to work with deaf people.
attention deficit disorder
Resources on attention deficit disorder and deafness.
Resources on attention deficit disorder and deafness.
Employment and Deafness
Articles on employment within the deaf and hard of hearing community.
Articles on employment within the deaf and hard of hearing community.
History of Hearing Aids
Hearing aids through the years.
Hearing aids through the years.
Hearing Loss - Mild
Mild hearing loss may not appear that serious, but it does have its effects.
Mild hearing loss may not appear that serious, but it does have its effects.
Wireless Communication
A look at the different features of some of the competing wireless text communication and paging services available to the deaf community.
A look at the different features of some of the competing wireless text communication and paging services available to the deaf community.
Hearing Loss - Communication
With a few simple changes to their behavior or the communication environment, hearing people can communicate confidently with deaf and hard of hearing people even if they do not know sign language.
With a few simple changes to their behavior or the communication environment, hearing people can communicate confidently with deaf and hard of hearing people even if they do not know sign language.
Learn Sign Language
Sign language learning e-course for people new to sign language.
Sign language learning e-course for people new to sign language.
Scholarships for Deaf Students
Deaf college students can get financial aid and scholarships. Similar scholarships are available for hearing students majoring in deaf-related fields.
Deaf college students can get financial aid and scholarships. Similar scholarships are available for hearing students majoring in deaf-related fields.
ASL Idioms
Part of deaf culture includes American Sign Language idioms, idioms used only by the deaf community and that do not appear in regular spoken English.
Part of deaf culture includes American Sign Language idioms, idioms used only by the deaf community and that do not appear in regular spoken English.
Deaf Culture - Deaf Art
What deaf art is, and where it can be found online.
What deaf art is, and where it can be found online.
Sign Language - Australia
Auslan is the sign language of Australia. Resources for learning Auslan.
Auslan is the sign language of Australia. Resources for learning Auslan.
Cause - Waardenburg Syndrome
Waardenburg Syndrome is one of the more unusual causes of deafness and hearing loss.
Waardenburg Syndrome is one of the more unusual causes of deafness and hearing loss.
Deaf Culture - Deafness Movies
Deafness in theatrical and television movies.
Deafness in theatrical and television movies.
Deaf Culture 101
Aspects of American deaf culture.
Aspects of American deaf culture.
Recycling Used Hearing Aids
What to do with used or unwanted hearing aids. Information on recycling programs with domestic and international objectives.
What to do with used or unwanted hearing aids. Information on recycling programs with domestic and international objectives.
Cause - Connexin 26
Connexin 26 is a known genetic cause of hearing loss. The hearing loss occurs because the mutation disrupts potassium flow in the inner ear.
Connexin 26 is a known genetic cause of hearing loss. The hearing loss occurs because the mutation disrupts potassium flow in the inner ear.
Hearing Aids - Siemens
Profile of Siemens, a longtime manufacturer of hearing aids.
Profile of Siemens, a longtime manufacturer of hearing aids.
Sign Language - Nonverbal User
Sign language is not just for deaf and hard of hearing children and adults. There are categories of hearing children and adults who use sign language, including children with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, aphasia, and autism, and adults with stroke.
Sign language is not just for deaf and hard of hearing children and adults. There are categories of hearing children and adults who use sign language, including children with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, aphasia, and autism, and adults with stroke.
Hearing Loss - Types, Degrees
Understanding the type and degree of hearing loss you or your child may have.
Understanding the type and degree of hearing loss you or your child may have.
Hearing Aids - Oticon
Profile of Oticon, a hearing aid manufacturer
Profile of Oticon, a hearing aid manufacturer
Deaf Culture - Audism
Audism as it is defined in the deaf community, and resources on audism.
Audism as it is defined in the deaf community, and resources on audism.
How to Become an Interpreter
How to become an interpreter for deaf and hard of hearing people.
How to become an interpreter for deaf and hard of hearing people.
Cause - Mondini Syndrome
Mondini syndrome is a fairly common hearing loss condition, sometimes correctable with a cochlear implant.
Mondini syndrome is a fairly common hearing loss condition, sometimes correctable with a cochlear implant.
Sign Language - Why Learn Sign
Why learn sign language was discussed by forum members.
Why learn sign language was discussed by forum members.
FM Listening Systems
FM systems are an essential educational listening tool for deaf and hard of hearing children.
FM systems are an essential educational listening tool for deaf and hard of hearing children.
Hearing Loss - Demographics
The demographics or statistics of hearing loss. How many people are deaf or hard of hearing?
The demographics or statistics of hearing loss. How many people are deaf or hard of hearing?
Deaf Community - Rochester, NY
Rochester, New York has one of the largest deaf populations per capita.
Rochester, New York has one of the largest deaf populations per capita.
Sign Language - Begin BabySign
Guest article on starting to communicate with your baby in sign language.
Guest article on starting to communicate with your baby in sign language.
Deaf Community - Los Angeles
A look at the deaf community of Los Angeles, California.
A look at the deaf community of Los Angeles, California.
Hearing Aids - Why Love Them
Happiness and satisfaction with hearing aids.
Happiness and satisfaction with hearing aids.
Hearing Aid Manufacturers
Companies that manufacture hearing aids. Most companies make digital hearing aids, and a few still make analog or body worn hearing aids. Still others make hearing aids that can resist water and sweat.
Companies that manufacture hearing aids. Most companies make digital hearing aids, and a few still make analog or body worn hearing aids. Still others make hearing aids that can resist water and sweat.
Hearing Aids - Implantable
Implantable hearing aids are a type of hearing aid that does not have any visible parts.
Implantable hearing aids are a type of hearing aid that does not have any visible parts.
Sign Language Gifts
With the increased popularity of sign language, more and more gifts and novelties are available.
With the increased popularity of sign language, more and more gifts and novelties are available.
Sign Language - Xmas Songs
Sign language translations of Christmas songs and carols.
Sign language translations of Christmas songs and carols.
Sign Language - ASL Poetry
ASL poetry is the telling of poems, usually original poems, in sign language.
ASL poetry is the telling of poems, usually original poems, in sign language.
Sign Language - Body Signs
Words in sign language for basic parts of the body.
Words in sign language for basic parts of the body.
Deaf Movies
These are the best movies about deafness that I have seen, or that are recommended by About:Deafness/HOH visitors.
These are the best movies about deafness that I have seen, or that are recommended by About:Deafness/HOH visitors.
Cochlear Implants 101
Suggestions and guidelines for people considering a cochlear implant for themselves, or for their children.
Suggestions and guidelines for people considering a cochlear implant for themselves, or for their children.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Gays
The deaf and hard of hearing gay community.
The deaf and hard of hearing gay community.
Sign Language - Summer
Signs for common words associated with summertime.
Signs for common words associated with summertime.
Top 10 Causes Deafness in Kids
Top ten causes of deafness and hearing loss
Top ten causes of deafness and hearing loss
Top Cochlear Implant Articles
Most popular cochlear implant articles at About Deafness.
Most popular cochlear implant articles at About Deafness.
Letters K through T
Fingerspell the letter L.
Fingerspell the letter L.
Jobs - Search Discrimination
Job Searching can be frustrating for deaf and hard of hearing people.
Job Searching can be frustrating for deaf and hard of hearing people.
Sign Language - Pidgin Sign
Pidgin Sign(ed) English is a form of sign language that is between ASL and English.
Pidgin Sign(ed) English is a form of sign language that is between ASL and English.
Adoption - Deaf/HOH Children
Adoption of deaf and hard of hearing children internationally and domestically.
Adoption of deaf and hard of hearing children internationally and domestically.
Baby Sign Language Books
Books for teaching sign language to your baby.
Books for teaching sign language to your baby.
Literacy for Deaf Children
Literacy resources for teaching deaf children how to read and write.
Literacy resources for teaching deaf children how to read and write.
Deaf Literature - Stories Poem
Stories, poems, and autobiographies by About Deafness visitors.
Stories, poems, and autobiographies by About Deafness visitors.
Interpreters - Directories
Finding an interpreter to hire can be challenging. Here is a list of interpreting directories and sources for lists of interpreting service agencies.
Finding an interpreter to hire can be challenging. Here is a list of interpreting directories and sources for lists of interpreting service agencies.
People - Frelich and Bove
Two of the most respected actresses in the deaf community, Phyllis Frelich and Linda Bove.
Two of the most respected actresses in the deaf community, Phyllis Frelich and Linda Bove.
Sign Language - Signing Games
Forum members answer a question about sign language games for learning sign language.
Forum members answer a question about sign language games for learning sign language.
Sign Language Teachers
As demand for sign language classes grows, so does demand for sign language teachers.
As demand for sign language classes grows, so does demand for sign language teachers.
Cochlear Implant Therapy
The real work begins after receiving a cochlear implant. Rehabilitation therapy is necessary to get the most benefit from an implant.
The real work begins after receiving a cochlear implant. Rehabilitation therapy is necessary to get the most benefit from an implant.
Deaf Senior Citizens
Deaf senior citizens, and retirement communities, nursing homes, and organizations for them.
Deaf senior citizens, and retirement communities, nursing homes, and organizations for them.
People - Laurent Clerc
Laurent Clerc is one of the most-honored deaf men in history.
Laurent Clerc is one of the most-honored deaf men in history.
Deaf Culture - Comics Cartoons
Deaf people write and draw their own comic strips, some of which have become extremely popular.
Deaf people write and draw their own comic strips, some of which have become extremely popular.
Deafness Articles by Topic
Articles on deafness and hearing loss organized by topic
Articles on deafness and hearing loss organized by topic
Cause - Cholesteatoma
In its simplest definition, a cholesteatoma is a skin growth in the middle ear behind the eardrum. It can lead to hearing loss if left untreated.
In its simplest definition, a cholesteatoma is a skin growth in the middle ear behind the eardrum. It can lead to hearing loss if left untreated.
Jobs - Career Choices
Deaf people choose whether to work in the deaf world or the hearing world.
Deaf people choose whether to work in the deaf world or the hearing world.
Deaf History - Milan 1880
Milan 1880 was a historic event in deaf education that nearly led to the death of sign language.
Milan 1880 was a historic event in deaf education that nearly led to the death of sign language.
Sign Language - Food Signs 1
A mini-glossary of signs for food.
A mini-glossary of signs for food.
Deaf History - Martha Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard island was a place where it was normal to be deaf.
Martha's Vineyard island was a place where it was normal to be deaf.
People - Marlee Matlin
Actress Marlee Matlin, Academy Award-winning actress and star of the 2008 cast of Dancing With the Stars, is perhaps one of the more well-known deaf individuals. Read more about Marlee Matlin.
Actress Marlee Matlin, Academy Award-winning actress and star of the 2008 cast of Dancing With the Stars, is perhaps one of the more well-known deaf individuals. Read more about Marlee Matlin.
Sign Language Fonts
Sign language fonts can be downloaded and utilized.
Sign language fonts can be downloaded and utilized.
Audiology - Screening Babies
Newborns' hearing is being tested before they leave the hospital.
Newborns' hearing is being tested before they leave the hospital.
Causes of Hearing Loss
Index of articles on causes of deafness and hearing loss.
Index of articles on causes of deafness and hearing loss.
Sign Language - Nursery Rhymes
Nursery rhymes in sign language.
Nursery rhymes in sign language.
Digital versus Analog Aids
Digital and analog hearing aids are the primary technologies used in hearing aids.
Digital and analog hearing aids are the primary technologies used in hearing aids.
Deaf Education Articles
Articles on a variety of education-related deaf and hard of hearing topics.
Articles on a variety of education-related deaf and hard of hearing topics.
Deaf and Learning Disabled
Resources for parents and teachers of deaf children with learning disabilities.
Resources for parents and teachers of deaf children with learning disabilities.
People - Curtis Pride
Curtis Pride, a professional and minor league baseball player, happens to be deaf.
Curtis Pride, a professional and minor league baseball player, happens to be deaf.
Deaf Community - India
Deafness information for India, including schools and nongovernmental organizations.
Deafness information for India, including schools and nongovernmental organizations.
Deaf and Music
Music can be enjoyed by and plays an important role in education for deaf people.
Music can be enjoyed by and plays an important role in education for deaf people.
People - Deanne Bray
Deanne Bray, a deaf actress, stars in Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye, on the Pax channel.
Deanne Bray, a deaf actress, stars in Sue Thomas, F.B.Eye, on the Pax channel.
People - Vinton Cerf
Vinton Cerf is known as the 'father of the internet' and he is hard of hearing.
Vinton Cerf is known as the 'father of the internet' and he is hard of hearing.
Sign Language - Older Kids
Sign language can be used to help preschoolers learn to read.
Sign language can be used to help preschoolers learn to read.
Letters U through Y
Fingerspell the letters U through Y
Fingerspell the letters U through Y
Deaf Sports
An overview of sports in the deaf community.
An overview of sports in the deaf community.
People - Dummy Hoy
Dummy Hoy was a deaf baseball player who may belong in the Hall of Fame.
Dummy Hoy was a deaf baseball player who may belong in the Hall of Fame.
People - Thomas H. Gallaudet
Thomas H. Gallaudet is the father of deaf education in the United States.
Thomas H. Gallaudet is the father of deaf education in the United States.
audiograms
Resources on understanding audiograms
Resources on understanding audiograms
Cause - Presbycusis
Hearing loss and aging is known as presbycusis.
Hearing loss and aging is known as presbycusis.
Sign Language - Clothing Signs
A mini-glossary of signs for clothes.
A mini-glossary of signs for clothes.
Deaf History - TV 50s to Today
Deaf people have appeared on television since the 1950s.
Deaf people have appeared on television since the 1950s.
Education - Deaf/HOH in Class
Hearing teachers that find they have deaf children in their classes often need advice.
Hearing teachers that find they have deaf children in their classes often need advice.
Sign Language - ABC Stories
ABC stories are a fun way to express and practice the sign alphabet.
ABC stories are a fun way to express and practice the sign alphabet.
Deaf Culture - Disabled? Not?
Do deaf people consider themselves to be disabled or only deaf? Forum members debate the question.
Do deaf people consider themselves to be disabled or only deaf? Forum members debate the question.
Deaf Literature - Poetry
Poetry is a medium for expressing feelings about hearing loss.
Poetry is a medium for expressing feelings about hearing loss.
Sign Language - Family Signs
Sign language words for family members such as mother, father, aunt, and uncle.
Sign language words for family members such as mother, father, aunt, and uncle.
Deaf Fun - Word Search
A deaf heritage word search.
A deaf heritage word search.
Jobs - Vocational Rehab
Vocational rehabilitation and state services for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Vocational rehabilitation and state services for the deaf and hard of hearing.