Orientation to Deafness

Sheetz (Valdosta State U.) furnishes insights into the world of the deaf for future and current educators who work with clients ranging from infants through college students and students entering interpreting and social work, a foundation. Her information might also be appreciated by parents and deafened adults. She discusses the psychosocial perspective, the art of hearing, family dynamics, education, reading, work, myths and misconceptions, morals and values, hearing aids, support services, and other dimensions. The first edition appeared in 1993. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR