Recent content by deafnicity

More of the Same Oh I love whizzing contests with CI advocates. It is always a challenge to stay to the point as the threads so often drift from the original area of contention. I quoted you concerning your statement/question that implied that not having a CI meant lesser understanding...

Well Sure The logic of experential understanding only goes so far. I do not need to self mutilate myself in order so that I can understand the physical pain of those who have lost limbs. Moreover, when a person declares that their CI is working wonderful fine and dandy no problems...

Parental Rights The right of parents is usually upheld. However there are enough anti-Deaf parent laws that make the use of parental rights questionable in the case of CI. For example, the state of Oregon requires that infants who have 2 deaf parents parents be tested for developmental delays...