An Analysis of the Perception and Production of Deaf Accented Speech
Open Access
Author:
Gleba, Grace
Area of Honors:
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
Document Type:
Thesis
Thesis Supervisors:
Anne J Olmstead, Thesis Supervisor Carol Anne Miller, Thesis Honors Advisor
Keywords:
hearing loss deaf accent deaf speech auditory feedback speech perception speech production quality of life rehabilitation
Abstract:
Hearing loss negatively affects human beings and sometimes does this by decreasing speech intelligibility and voice quality. People often identify these differences in what is known as a deaf accent. This study evaluates the characteristics, factors, effects and adaptations all in regards to deaf accents within individuals who experience hearing loss. A comprehensive literature review of journal articles was conducted using multiple databases in order to collect evidence. The findings showed that not every deaf accent is alike. Different factors affect the speech intelligibility of deaf accents, which, in effect, impacts communication with others and one’s quality of life. However, there may be strategies, such as hearing devices like cochlear implants or voice training, that could overall effectively improve deaf speech and its related health and wellbeing. In conclusion, more research needs to be conducted to further understand what impacts deaf accents and discover ways to improving technology and corresponding intervention.
