Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.
Contents:
Do you know someone with a hearing impairment? -- What is a hearing impairment? -- Blocked ears -- Damaged ears -- Who gets a hearing impairment? -- Living with a hearing impairment -- Hearing aids and implants -- Lip reading and sign language -- At school and college -- At home and going out -- Famous people -- Being a good friend -- Hearing impairments : facts and fiction.
Summary:
Presents basic information about what hearing disorders are, what can cause them, and how people with hearing disorders deal with them.
Series:
Understanding health issues Heinemann first library Heinemann first library Understanding health issues
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