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Psychosocial Aspects of Hearing Loss in Children

Donna L Sorkin1, Patricia Gates-Ulanet2, Nancy K Mellon2

  • 1American Cochlear Implant Alliance, PO Box 103, McLean, VA 22101, USA.

Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|October 3, 2015
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Pediatric hearing loss identification and intervention have rapidly advanced, enabling children with hearing loss to achieve developmental milestones. Despite technological progress and inclusive education, psychosocial skills remain an area for continued support.

Area of Science:

  • Audiology
  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Developmental Psychology

Background:

  • Pediatric hearing loss has seen significant changes in the last 20 years.
  • Early identification and modern amplification are standard practices.
  • Technological advancements improve listening, speaking, and reading for children with hearing loss.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the advancements in pediatric hearing loss management.
  • To highlight the impact of technology and policy on children with hearing loss.
  • To identify persistent challenges in psychosocial development.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent advancements in pediatric audiology and hearing technology.
  • Analysis of educational inclusion trends for children with hearing loss.
  • Examination of psychosocial development in pediatric hearing loss populations.

Main Results:

  • Children are identified and fitted with amplification much earlier than in the past.
  • Hearing technology enables children with hearing loss to approach typical developmental trajectories.
  • Most children with hearing loss are educated in mainstream settings.
  • Psychosocial skills present ongoing challenges for some children with hearing loss.

Conclusions:

  • Modern pediatric hearing loss care offers unprecedented opportunities for development.
  • Continued focus on psychosocial support is crucial for children with hearing loss.
  • Legislative mandates ensure greater accessibility in public life.

Keywords:
Cochlear implantsHearing lossInclusive environmentsMainstreamingSelf-confidenceSocial-emotional learning

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