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ASL and the family system.

D Henderson1, A Hendershott

  • 1Department of Sociology, University of Hartford, Connecticut.

American Annals of the Deaf
|October 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

This study explores the sociological impact of communication challenges in families with a deaf member. Including deaf adults and promoting American Sign Language can improve family interactions and reduce stigma.

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Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Family Studies
  • Deaf Studies

Background:

  • Families with a deaf member face unique interactional dynamics.
  • A family systems perspective redefines the family unit as 'hearing and deaf'.
  • Societal stigma surrounding deafness complicates family integration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the sociological implications of poor interaction in hearing/deaf families.
  • To advocate for the inclusion of deaf adults' perspectives in addressing family challenges.
  • To explore strategies for mitigating the stigma of deafness within families.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of family interaction dynamics.
  • Application of a family systems theoretical framework.
  • Literature review on sociological impacts of deafness.

Main Results:

  • Viewing the family as 'hearing and deaf' highlights the need for inclusive solutions.
  • Exclusion of deaf perspectives hinders effective problem-solving.
  • Stigma associated with deafness negatively impacts family communication.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating deaf adults' insights is crucial for functional family systems.
  • Neutralizing stigma and promoting American Sign Language can enhance communication.
  • Facilitating symbolic interaction is key to improving well-being in hearing/deaf families.

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