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Meeting the needs of young deaf-blind children and their parents. Part 1
1Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, Department of Education, West Bromwich.
Child: Care, Health and Development
|May 1, 1989
Insights
This paper examines deaf-blind children, highlighting their unique needs in diagnosis, assessment, and management. It warns against premature judgments that can misinterpret vital communication attempts.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Developmental Psychology
- Special Education
Background:
- Deaf-blind children present complex challenges.
- Accurate assessment is crucial for effective intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the specific needs of deaf-blind children.
- To discuss diagnostic and management challenges.
- To address the risks of misinterpreting communication efforts.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of case studies.
- Review of diagnostic and assessment protocols.
- Discussion of communication strategies.
Main Results:
- Deaf-blind children require individualized approaches.
- Misjudgments can hinder communication development.
- Early and accurate assessment is vital.
Conclusions:
- Emphasize the individuality of each deaf-blind child.
- Advocate for careful, informed diagnostic and assessment practices.
- Promote understanding of unique communication methods.
Abstract:
In this paper the writer looks at the population of "deaf-blind" children, stressing the individuality of the child and the special problems created, not only in management, but also in diagnosis and assessment. The inherent dangers of inappropriate and hasty judgements which may lead to misinterpretation of the child's attempts to communicate are also discussed.