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Longitudinal improvements in communication and socialization of deaf children with cochlear implants and hearing aids: evidence from parental reports
Author(s) -
BatChava Yael,
Martin Daniela,
Kosciw Joseph G.
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
journal of child psychology and psychiatry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.652
H-Index - 211
eISSN - 1469-7610
pISSN - 0021-9630
DOI - 10.1111/j.1469-7610.2005.01426.x
Subject(s) - cochlear implant , socialization , audiology , psychology , longitudinal study , hearing aid , cochlear implantation , hearing loss , communication skills , assistive technology , language development , developmental psychology , medicine , pathology , medical education , human–computer interaction , computer science
Background: Research has shown that the cochlear implant may improve deaf children's speech and communication skills. However, little is known about its effect on children's ability to socialize with hearing peers. Methods: Using a standardized psychological measure completed by parents and a longitudinal design, this study examined the development of communication, socialization, and daily living skills of children who used hearing aids or cochlear implants for an average of 11 and 6 years, respectively. Results: Results show that children with cochlear implants, who were more delayed than children with hearing aids at the outset, made significant progress over time. Children with both devices achieved age‐appropriate development after years of hearing aid or cochlear implant use. Conclusions: The pattern of results suggests that cochlear implants may be effective in improving deaf children's communication and social skills.