title: Perceptions of Social Networks by Adults Who Are Deafblind.
abstract: Findings are presented from a descriptive qualitative study of 10 adults who were deafblind who were interviewed about their social lives. Additional data were collected from a discussion board and e-mails from the study participants. Three findings emerged from the data: (a) Navigating adaptations was a significant part of socialization. (b) Gaps existed in work, family, and formal support networks.
authors.forename: Katrina
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Arndt
authors.forename: Amy
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Parker
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D001242:Assertiveness; D054062:Deaf-Blind Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology*; D005195:Family Relations; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007407:Interviews as Topic; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010465:Perception; D019986:Persons with Hearing Disabilities / Q000523:psychology*; D036301:Qualitative Research; D055500:Resilience, Psychological; D012944:Social Support; D012951:Socialization; D019987:Persons with Visual Disabilities / Q000523:psychology*