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A complete guide to understanding stress, relaxation exercises, breathing techniques, and practical advice — presented entirely in British Sign Language.
These videos were the brainchild of Peter Gladwell, a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in the Pain Management Service at Frenchay Hospital, Bristol. Pete recognised that the Deaf community did not have equal access to health information because it was not presented in British Sign Language (BSL).
Pete set about finding funding and then approached EyeGaze — a Bristol-based social enterprise run as a collective with Deaf and hearing directors — to produce a DVD. In 2006 we began filming and the DVD 'Stress and Relaxation' was released the same year to glowing reviews.
In 2012 EyeGaze ceased operations. Many years later a friend who works as a counsellor asked whether the DVD content could be put online. Here it is.
Many thanks to Siobhan O'Donovan for presenting the material in such a relaxed and accessible way — a feature that many Deaf people have commented upon warmly.
Captions have been added to all videos. If you spot any typos or mistranslations please get in touch.
I hope you find this resource helpful. If you have suggestions, corrections, or would like to collaborate on any projects, please feel free to contact me.
Mick Canavan
Creator & web producer
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