Deaf and Hard of Hearing Adults and Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unexpected changes to the lives of the deaf and hard of hearing. This paper points out that in a prolonged pandemic, it is important to record as many accurate descriptions as possible, rather than to analyze or evaluate. It looks at the lack of information in sign language, including during the Olympics and Paralympics, and how children have struggled with on-line lessons and isolation at home.