Deaf awareness The 10 tips for positive communication

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Deaf awareness The 10 tips for positive
communication
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Tip 1

• 1. Make sure you have their attention and that
  they are looking at you. Ask them how they want
  to communicate.
• When tapping their back, make sure to show
  your face to them first.

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Tip 2
1. Make sure that background noises are at
minimum (for partially deaf and hard of
hearing people). 2. Make sure there are no
visual noises (distracting movements) for
profoundly deaf people.
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Tip 3

• Look directly at the deaf person and don't turn
  away whilst talking. Ideally be between 3 to 6
  feet apart.

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Tip 4

• Make sure that there is enough light on your
  face.

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Tip 5

• Make sure that your face or mouth is not hidden
  behind hands, cigarettes, beard, etc.

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Tip 6

• Keep the normal rhythm of speech but slow down
  slightly.

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Tip 7

• Do not shout.

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Tip 8

• Use facial expressions, body language and
  gestures where appropriate.

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Tip 9

• If a sentence is not understood try to rephrase
  it.
• As a last measure write it down.

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Tip 10

• Always be patient, friendly, and take time to
  communicate.