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Perceptions of Social Networks by Adults Who Are Deafblind
American Annals of the Deaf
  • Katrina Arndt, St. John Fisher College
  • Amy T. Parker, Portland State University
Document Type
Citation
Publication Date
7-1-2016
Abstract

Findings are presented from a descriptive qualitative study of 10 adults who were deafblind who were interviewed about their social lives. Additional data were collected from a discussion board and e-mails from the study participants. Three findings emerged from the data: (a) Navigating adaptations was a significant part of socialization. (b) Gaps existed in work, family, and formal support networks. (c) The participants drew upon resiliency and advocacy to manage these gaps.

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*At the time of publication Amy T. Parker was affiliated with Western Oregon University

DOI
10.1353/aad.2016.0027
Persistent Identifier
http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/21806
Citation Information
Arndt, K., & Parker, A. (2016). Perceptions of social networks by adults who are deafblind. American Annals of the Deaf, 161 (3), 369–383.