The majority of young deaf children, especially those with non-signing parents, are reared in language-impoverished environments. This can cause their social and cognitive development to differ markedly from hearing children. The Psychological Development of Deaf Children details those potential differences, paying special attention to how the psychological development of deaf children is affected by their interpersonal communication with parents, peers, and teachers. This careful and balanced consideration of existing evidence and research provides a new psychological perspective on deaf children and deafness.

About the Author
Marc Marschark, Ph.D., is a professor of psychology at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Reviews
Everyone involved with deaf children should read this conscientious and analytical; research summary. Developmentalists and linguists will be captivated and are offered a wealth of research ideas. The book is enhanced by an extensive reference list that includes European studies. * Mary Warmbrod, Readings, December 1993 *



Book Information
ISBN 9780195115758
Author Marc Marschark
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 425g
Dimensions(mm) 156mm * 232mm * 17mm