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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE DEAF IN THAILAND

Misconceptions

Sign language is an international language.

Wrong! Because sign language is different according to the culture of each region..

Not all deaf people can hear.

Do all deaf people use sign language?

What is the difference between deaf and hard of hearing?

That's right! And there's also....
Different needs..

Wrong! Some people hear the sound but..
Unable to grasp the meaning of the sentence

Wrong! If you don't attend school
May not be able to use sign language

Can deaf people drive?

That's right! And some people can drive.
Better than the average person because driving often emphasizes the eyes.

Are deaf people people who can read lips?

Wrong! Only a few people can read lips.
And even after training, it still...
I only got 30% of the gist..

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