Through case interviews with 12 mothers of hearing-impaired children

we find that families of hearing-impaired children shrink inward and gradually hide in urban society because they are busy with their children’s treatment

rehabilitation and livelihood

as well as being limited to a stigmatized social environment. Therefore

the families of hearing-impaired children have gradually become a voicesless group. To this end

for the families of hearing-impaired children

the stigma environment should be gradually eliminated and families should be brought to the forefront of society. Hearing-impaired children and their families should be allowed to express their demands. The government and society need to "listen" to their voices

improve the social support system

enhance family resilience

and promote social integration.