Harmonious Interactions

This publication describes the importance of harmonious interactions for children who are deaf-blind. When people interact harmoniously, their attitudes and actions toward one another are comfortable and reassuring. These types of interactions form the basis for meaningful, secure relationships that are essential for learning, development, and communication. The publication is based on research conducted by Marleen Janssen, a researcher in the Netherlands, and her colleagues, who found that although interactions with children who are deaf-blind can be difficult, family members and educators can learn to create and maintain harmonious interactions.

Research to Real Life 27MB
This publication, produced by DB-LINK, demonstrates how a selection of federally funded research projects are making a difference in the lives of children who are deaf-blind through improved practices and techniques in education. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view this document. If you do not want to download this large file, contact DB-LINK for a free CDROM.

Research to Real Life - 2006

Produced by DB-LINK, this publication highlights six federally funded research projects and the practices and findings relevant to the education of children who are deaf-blind. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view this document.

Research Updates and Announcements
New or continuing research projects and publications.

Current Research Projects
Contact information and descriptions of currently funded projects sponsored by the Federal Government

Past Research Projects
Information about research and demonstration projects to improve practices and techniques in the education of children and youth with deaf-blindness, funded over the past 15 years by the U.S. Department of Education.

International Research
Links to projects outside of the U.S.

Deafblind International
The research section of this site is in the process of development. Individuals and agencies are invited to contribute information about research papers or projects, which will then be listed on the site.

Sense
Sense, an agency for deaf-blind people in the United Kingdom, is involved in a number of research activities. This is a direct link to the agency's research page. It provides information about current and past projects plus the text of selected conference papers and presentations delivered by Sense staff.

Bibliographies

New Research Articles

Research on Communication in Children and Youth Who Are Deaf-Blind

Object Communication Research

Research on Challenging Behavior in Children and Adults Who Are Deaf-Blind