Psychosocial Aspects of Hearing Loss

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A study of the psychological, emotional and social impact of hearing loss on individuals and their families throughout the life span. Hearing impaired individuals’ participation in educational, occupational and recreational scenarios will be analyzed. Stud ents will apply basic counseling skills for the audiologic rehabilitation of individuals with hearing loss and their families. Psychosocial issues of the deaf community and its’ culture will be explored.