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I work with hard of hearing (HOH) children (as an audiologist). Many parents of HOH kids ask for literature to teach about sex etc. I have not been able to find specific pamphlets etc. The parents will need to be very up front with their kids and normally that is uncomfortable. The kids can "read" that the parent is uncomfortable and not continue the conversation. One example recently: The newly wed husband of an HOH girl(19),went to the mother in law and said help! He said that she has no idea what is going on! Remember, these kids do not get the school jokes or over-hear conversations. I do not have trouble if parents use sign language but most of the HOH kids are mainstreamed oral, and that promotes isolation from the other kids.
Any suggestions?
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Answer:
by Konstance McCaffree: (05/29/2004)
I'm sorry it has taken me a little while to get back to you. I wanted to contact the person whom I think is the best one to give you help with this. She has both family experience as well as work experience with many HOH children. She has worked at several schools which are set up for only HOH children and she is trained in sexuality education. I thought she would be perfect for you. Once she heard the situation rather than trying to give me the information she suggested that you just contact her directly. She can then help you more directly. Her email is christine.gannon@ppsp.org Once you contact her she and you can set up a phone conversation if this will be helpful.Reviewed by Sexual Health Editorial Team
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