You might think you know it all when it comes to hearing loss, but there are a few common misconceptions about hearing loss we think you should know. In the last few years we’ve learned so much more about how your ears and brain function and how you hear, so it’s time to update your…
Hearing loss isn’t just about your ears, but can be affected by your overall health. Your lifestyle, your job, and how faithful you are with wearing hearing protection in noise all play a role in how well you’re able to hear. Even things like getting regular exercise have been linked to positive benefits in hearing….
For people with hearing loss, making the decision to intervene can be a life-changing one. Where listening situations were once difficult and challenging, a whole new life of listening ease becomes possible again after taking a hearing test and being fitted for hearing aids. Before you go out and snap up a pair, here are…
For most of us, driving is a major part of our lives, whether it’s commuting to work or driving across town to meet our friends for dinner. For many seniors, driving is also a mark of independence, and being able to get to the grocery store or doctor’s office without asking for a ride is…
In Casablanca, Rick overhears Sam playing “As Time Goes By” from across the café. He rushes over – “Sam, I thought I told you never to play –” only to realize that his lost love Ilsa, seated next to the piano, has requested it for “old time’s sake.” This was their song during a short-lived…
It is commonly understood that healthy channels of communication are fundamental to healthy relationships. When there is a breakdown in communication, relationships are quick to crumble. In some cases, untreated hearing loss could be at the root of communication problems. Have you noticed that lately your jokes are missing the mark? Have you found yourself…
Have you experienced changes in your hearing, or find you can’t hear as well as you used to? Do you feel like your family members mumble a lot more than they used to, or have started speaking too softly? Hearing loss can be difficult, and it’s easy to look for external reasons to explain why…
Hearing loss can result in several emotional effects. While not inherently a psychological ailment, hearing loss may cause an individual to feel isolated, misunderstood or inadequate. If you’re experiencing emotional difficulties resulting from hearing impairment, contacting a hearing healthcare provider is important. Above all—your physiological health should be cared for, though understanding the emotional side…
