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Participants Needed for Research Study about Romantic Relationships and Intimate Partner Violence

September 6, 2023 by HealthBridges

Do you have 45-60 minutes to complete an online survey? We are conducting a study to better understand romantic relationships within Deaf, Hard of Hearing,and DeafBlind communities. Participants must: Participants will be compensated with a $10 donation to a Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlindorganization for your time. Start survey here: https://bit.ly/ebphdresearch If you have … Read more

Top 5: Communicate with Hard of Hearing

November 11, 2021November 11, 2008 by HealthBridges

General top five tips on how to communicate with a Hard of Hearing individual 1. Remember that just because a person can hear your voice, it does not mean they can understand and hear your words perfectly. Face the person directly and stand close enough. Face the person directly and stand close enough for them … Read more

Top 5: Communicate with Deafblind

November 11, 2021November 11, 2008 by HealthBridges

General top five tips on how to communicate with a Deafblind individual 1. Gently touch their hand and place your hand underneath theirs so as not to startle them. Touching the hand is less startling than a touch on the back or arm. Do not “hit and run.” Not all Deafblind people communicate the same … Read more

Top 5: Communicate with Deaf

November 11, 2021November 11, 2008 by HealthBridges

General top five tips on how to communicate with a Deaf individual 1. Relax. Be yourself; do not go overboard when meeting a Deaf individual. Get the Deaf person’s attention and make eye contact. To get their attention, tap the person on the shoulder or wave your hand. 2. Speak slowly and normally, but do … Read more