Difference Between Deaf Culture And Cochlear Implant

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Difference Between Deaf Culture And Cochlear Implant

(I am trying to understand the difference)

Some deaf and hard of hearing people are against Cochlear Implants, but they should be aware of the difference between hearing aids and Cochlear Implants.

1) Hard of hearing people can wear hearing aids to hear environmental sounds, they can speak on the phone, and can communicate with hearing people. Deaf people can wear hearing aids but they can't speak on the phone, they can't communicate with hearing people, and they can only can hear environmental noises.

2) Some people aren't aware that Cochlear Implants can't replace hearing or cure hearing loss, but it can help them to hear better. Deaf people can become hard of hearing with a Cochlear Implant but not hearing. Also when hard of hearing people are no longer able to hear from hearing aids, they can get a CI to help them to hear again. Some deaf people are very curious about what sounds are like, and they really want to become hard of hearing so they can speak on the phone, can communicate with hearing people, and understand their environment. Deaf people have every right to be part of the hearing world, so they can deal with their jobs a bit easier.

3) Some deaf people think that CI's replace or take Deaf Culture away, which isn't necessarily true. They can have a Cochlear Implant and keep their Deaf Culture at the same time.

4) Some deaf people think that CI will make them look like a robot, which isn't correct. It is just a device you put behind your ear, under the skin on the skull. They are a lot safer than old times. It won't touch your brain, as it is not inside the skull, it is outside the skull. The Dr. scrapes a bit of skull and makes a little curve to fit the CI on under the skin.

5) Some people think that when they get a CI, it means no more sign languages at all, which isn't fair. They can use sign languages with deaf people and can also speak with hearing people. They can keep in touch with both the deaf and hearing world, it is not against the rules. I feel that it is nice to share the deaf and hearing world, rather than being stuck in between. It is nice to share friendship, support, and caring with any type of people.

6) Some deaf and hard of hearing people would rather not have a CI which is fine as long as they are happy with themselves. Some deaf and hard of hearing people would rather have a CI which is also fine as long as they are happy with themselves too. It is very important to respect each other rather than discriminate against each other.

7) Some deaf-blind people prefer to have a CI because they feel it is too hard to lose 2 senses. They want some hearing back to help them hear environmental noises, to communicate, and to keep them safe. They don't want to risk their safety, because it is very dangerous when they can't hear anything around them. It is very important for them to have a CI, as they can then depend on that, rather than depend on their decreased vision. Some deaf-blind people would rather not to have a CI, which is fine too.


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