title: Development of deaf bicultural identity.
abstract: Based on Epstein's model of self-theory, the importance of providing deaf children with opportunities to develop a solid deaf identity at an early age is discussed. Seven categories of possible identities for deaf people are outlined and the stages of developing a bicultural awareness presented. Case studies detailing these stages are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Ohlone College, Fremont, CA 94539-0390, USA.
authors.forename: T K
authors.initials: TK
authors.lastname: Holcomb
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003469:Culture; D003638:Deafness; D004493:Education; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012649:Self Concept; D012813:Sign Language