Category: Codas
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Addressing Executive Dysfunction as a Coda: A Possible Therapeutic Strategy
Not all Codas (Children of Deaf Adults) are the same or share the same experiences. Some Codas may experience executive dysfunction and this can significantly impact Codas in unique ways due to their bimodal bilingualism, early responsibilities, and often complex, trauma-influenced backgrounds. Here’s a closer look at how executive dysfunction may show up for Codas…
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Why Do Codas Love Music? A Unique Connection Between Bimodal Bilingualism and Musical Expression
Children of Deaf Adults (Codas) grow up at the intersection of two worlds: the Deaf world, where visual-spatial language and culture are paramount, and the hearing world, where auditory language and music are central to communication and expression. This dual exposure shapes Codas in extraordinary ways, fostering a unique, often profound connection to music. This…
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Finding a Therapist Who Truly Understands Codas: Why Coda-Savvy Care Matters
As a Coda (Child of Deaf Adults), your upbringing was likely anything but typical. You’ve lived between two worlds—Deaf and hearing—with a unique blend of language, culture, and responsibility that shaped who you are today. But finding a therapist who truly “gets” the Coda experience can be challenging. Many therapists might miss the nuances of…
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Codas as Bimodal Bilinguals
Imagine growing up with a “superpower” that lets you fluently navigate two distinct worlds, each with its own language, culture, and way of thinking. For Codas (Children of Deaf Adults), being bimodal bilinguals—able to communicate in both a spoken and a signed language—is exactly that! This incredible skill opens up unique cognitive abilities and enhances…
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Breaking the Silence: How Intergenerational Trauma Impacts Deaf Families and Their Hearing Children
When we think of trauma, we often consider the individuals directly impacted. Yet trauma, particularly within families, rarely stays contained to one person or generation. For Deaf individuals and their families, trauma is an intricate web of lived experiences, shared emotions, and inherited coping strategies that can deeply affect both Deaf and hearing children alike.…
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