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It protects one's own sanity in an environment where a deaf or HOH person should not expect themselves to be able to respond to comments they don't hear.

There is definitely a problem. He is pulling out of involvement with you.

Genetically related gradual loss, beginning around 33 yrs old. It got really bad by 16 years ago.

When you don't answer they will go away...

My mate volunteers a lot of time in trans community activities. The number of adults who STILL have terrible relationships with their families is high.

I had an idea... but the OP has not returned. "I've taken a vow of silence."

I know this is not what you are asking, yet I think your daughter will be appreciative of your intent and willing to help you to a degree. Spending more time chatting, whether by video or in person, might help the closeness of your relationship. I hope so.

It is standard practice to roll deaf passengers into their category of 'disabled passengers'.

I do not. though I certainly considered learning. As a C5-7 level quad my hands do not work well. Even the better hand is limited enough to make learning extremely frustrating. I do not doubt a few signers would be able to "get" much of my meaning but they might experience about the same...

I certainly use visual cues to improve my comprehension. I know I cannot understand anything if I cannot see a person's face, and yet I also cannot understand if I only see, but do not hear anything. How about this reply to "Do you read lips?" "Only if they are tattooed."

Was that you last night? My vision is failing but I though I saw a "B" in front of me...

It limits my life much more than my wheelchair does, and that is saying a lot.

"Do you read lips?" "Not as well as I kiss them. Want to see?"

We already have, or had, Presidents who do not listen to anyone. Does that count?

So sell yourself. What are your interests? Other studies? Whaat can you offer in return? Friendships are always built on mutual interests. Best of luck.

I'd like to date anyone at all. Even my husband would be ok...

:cuddle:

Doubting ourselves only makes us misunderstand more. Fear clouds the brain. Do your best and be proud, because most of the time you get it right!

People act weird around almost all disabilities.

Some people will be offended by most movies. Violent films offend me. That leaves very few. So why did the offended people not simply walk out , maybe ask for their money back. There is a strong movement to limit 'free speech' in many countries now and it is dangerous.