Unlocking the Mysteries of the Deaf Brain

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Although studied for centuries, much remains unknown about the human brain. The deaf brain in particular is still a mystery in part because this population often uses different cognitive and communication processes than hearing people. RIT’s Peter Hauser is a leader in analyzing the deaf brain, how it differs from the hearing brain, and the effect of sign language on cognition.

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Interesting. Certainly reinforces how important language is in early development.
 
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