The Current Situation of Psychological Difficulties and Support Needs of Deaf Children in Specialized Educational Institutions

Abstract: Deaf children face a range of different challenges, one of which is psychological difficulties. When encountering difficulties in communication and accessing information, this leads to barriers in the process of absorbing information, knowledge, and learning, resulting in deaf children experiencing significant stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Children with hearing impairments want to be supported in many different aspects. In this study, the author examines the psychological challenges and support requirements of deaf children in specialized educational institutions in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam. The study involving 149 children with hearing impairments showed that the institutions’ psychological support activities for children encompass understanding the psychological problems they encountered such as communication, learning, feeling lonely, not having someone to share, etc. Social workers in these facilities have provided support at various levels to help children feel listened to, understood, and receive appropriate support plans, so that psychological problems are alleviated or ended. In addition, the study conducted in-depth interviews with 6 social workers who are teachers and 16 deaf children in 2 institutions, and conducted an online parent group discussion to provide further details for explaining difficulties, needs, and evaluating psychological support activities. Children with hearing impairments appreciate the institutional support they receive. However, there is also a need for in-depth support to help children with hearing impairments learn and integrate better in life. Keywords: Deaf children, specialized educational institutions, difficulties, needs, support activities. Title: The Current Situation of Psychological Difficulties and Support Needs of Deaf Children in Specialized Educational Institutions Author: Tran Thi Minh Phuong, Nguyen Thanh Binh International Journal of Healthcare Sciences ISSN 2348-5728 (Online) Vol. 13, Issue 2, October 2025 - March 2026 Page No: 408-420 Research Publish Journals Website: www.researchpublish.com Published Date: 24-February-2026 DOI: https://doi.org/ 10.5281/zenodo.18756789 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.researchpublish.com/papers/the-current-situation-of-psychological-difficulties-and-support-needs-of-deaf-children-in-specialized-educational-institutions