How Communication Breakdowns Impact Relationships
In our profession, we sometimes have to have hard conversations. Today, in the spirit of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, we need to discuss how hearing loss can contribute to communication breakdowns and how that can impact even the closest and healthiest relationships. Some Things to Keep in Mind National Speech-Language Hearing Month is all about communication…
Subtle Signs Hearing Challenges Are Affecting Social Confidence
Hearing is a vital piece of communication and socialization, so it makes sense that hearing loss has a massive impact on communication and relationships. If you’ve been living with hearing loss, you may have noticed the toll it takes on your ability to communicate well; perhaps you’ve even modified your own behavior in social settings…
How Hearing Loss Can Affect Independence and Personal Safety
When people think about hearing loss, they often focus on difficulty understanding conversations or turning up the TV. But hearing loss can have a much greater impact, especially on independence and personal safety. For many adults, untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of accidents, social withdrawal and reduced quality of life. Understanding these risks…
Perforated Eardrum and Hearing Loss
Your eardrum is a membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear, and it plays a critical role in hearing. If the membrane is torn or gets a hole in it, it’s known as a perforated eardrum. This can affect your hearing, so it’s important to understand what a perforated eardrum is, what…
Tips for Taking a Cruise with Hearing Loss
Cruise vacations offer wonderful opportunities to travel and relax, the perfect blend of adventure and leisure. That said, cruise ships can be complex listening environments for people with hearing loss. If you have hearing loss and you’re planning a cruise in the near future, let’s discuss some tips to make this trip as enjoyable and…
How Hearing Loss Treatment Helps Build Your Confidence
Hearing health and self-confidence are very closely linked. People with hearing loss may struggle in social settings, which can lead to feelings of embarrassment and isolation, but many feel hesitant to start hearing loss treatment, feeling uncomfortable with a big life change, or reluctant to admit that they need help. If this sounds familiar to…
How Frequently Should You Check Your Hearing at Each Age?
Hearing health often goes overlooked until a problem becomes noticeable. However, studies show that roughly one in seven American adults experiences some level of hearing difficulty, and that includes all ages of American adults. Because hearing loss can develop slowly and without obvious symptoms, routine hearing evaluations are an important part of preventive healthcare at…
Sounds You May Have Forgotten About
Hearing loss is a gradual process, and sometimes it sneaks up on you without you noticing. You may unknowingly adjust to not being able to hear certain sounds that you used to hear quite well. Often, when people get hearing aids for the first time, they’re surprised and delighted to rediscover sounds that they hadn’t…
How to Prepare for a Hearing Care Visit During Winter Weather
Routine healthcare visits are an essential part of maintaining your overall well-being, especially as you age. In addition to regular check-ups with your primary care physician and dentist, you should also make regular hearing check-ups a priority. Why Routine Hearing Check-Ups Are Vital Hearing loss is a gradual process. So gradual, in fact, that you…
How to Communicate Confidently in Noisy Environments
Next week is Thanksgiving! We’re looking forward to eating a delicious dinner surrounded by family and friends. We know, however, that the Thanksgiving dinner table can be a complicated setting for the almost 30 million people in the U.S. who need hearing aids. Conversations happening on all sides, clanking silverware and background noise can make…