Russell Chapman wrote:
>
>> The use of sign language for people with Down Syndrome is
>> *very* controversial. I've watched the flame wars in the
>> DS List, that make any Economics debate in this list look
>> like a bunch of nuns discussing the next meal :-)
>
>You give the impression that some contributors don't just think it won't
>work, but that it is somehow negative or harmful (one assumes if they just
>didn't believe in it, they wouldn't flame those who did).
>If they oppose it, what is their concern?
>
Basically, that providing a non-verbal method of communication
may hinder the development of verbal communication. The
"flame war" part comes after each side accuses the other of
harming the kid.
Alberto Monteiro
