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The Plight of Language Deprivation in Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children Born to Hearing Parents: A Call to Action

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The research aims to address the risks of language deprivation in deaf and hard-of-hearing children born to hearing parents and emphasize the need for early access to signed language.
Analyzing cognitive, social, and emotional outcomes of language deprivation in DHH children.
Reviewing social biases and professional practices affecting DHH children's development.
Proposing advocacy strategies for social workers and collaboration with medical professionals.
Language deprivation increases risks of cognitive, social, and emotional harm in DHH children.
Early access to American Sign Language can significantly improve developmental outcomes.
Advocacy for rights-based interventions is crucial for preventing language deprivation.

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Reveals the importance of early language access in deaf children, highlighting the need for advocacy and cultural sensitivity.

Sculley et al. (2026) studied this question.

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