Family Support for Deaf Teens
Topics:
Deaf 101
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Mental Health & Well-Being
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Other Access Topics
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Transition
Useful For: Parents, Teachers
Useful For: Parents, Teachers
Family Support for Deaf Teens
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Deaf teenagers with stronger family support are more successful after high school. To succeed, deaf people need to be able to make their own decisions, communicate about their preferences, and advocate for their needs. This is called self-determination.