Thoughts About Cochlear Implants

Building off my current research of deaf and hard of hearing resources, I began to think about my experiences of individuals that suffer from hearing loss and related disabilities. While limited in my experiences, I did work with a student that had cochlear implants. Embarrassed, but honestly admitting, I know nothing about them.

I decided to do some research about the history, utility and possible controversy surrounding cochlear implants. Using the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's website I found an enormous amount of information that clarified and educated me in regards to cochlear implants.

Check it out!

http://www.asha.org/policy/TR2004-00041/#sec1.2

In regards to the controversy surrounding cochlear implants, CBS gives a brief but fully encompassing account.

CBS Cochlear Controversy


Also, watch this short clip of an 8 month old who hears his mother's voice for the first time after receiving cochlear implants!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTzTt1VnHRM