If you have noticed that a loved one is beginning to suffer with hearing loss, there are a few things you can do to make them more comfortable and confident. For those who are just beginning to struggle, they may be in denial that it is a problem while at the same time get very …
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Wow! The holidays are already up on us! If you suffer from any degree of hearing loss, the holidays may not be as fun or exciting as they used to be. The anticipation of the holidays may be replaced with anxiety when you think about trouble communicating at gatherings and parties. There may also be …
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For someone with normal hearing ability, the brain is excellent at homing in on exactly who or what we are trying to hear and deciphering those sounds even in the midst of a great din. Once we begin to experience hearing loss, however, this singling out and understanding someone speaking in the midst of background …
The holidays are fast approaching! If you are affected by hearing loss, you may not be looking forward to the gatherings and parties as much as you used to. This time of year can bring up some anxiety for people hearing loss. You or your loved ones may worry about how well you can communicate …
If you have friends or family members who suffer from hearing damage, you may know that communicating is more challenging than it often is with others. If your loved one uses hearing devices or is proactive in exercising communication skills, there are still things we can do to facilitate better communication and put our loved …
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The holiday season is here! If you have difficulty hearing, you may not be looking forward to holiday gatherings and parties as much as you used to. This time of year can bring up some anxiety for people who have hearing loss. You or your loved ones may worry about how well you can communicate …
Wherever we are, our technology has gotten “smart,” from the smartphones in our pockets, to our smart TVs and smart meters. But what does it mean for a device to be “smart?” Smart devices can communicate each other, either via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or another wireless connection. Even our hearing aids are getting smarter! Modern hearing …
If you suspect you have hearing loss, or if your hearing loss is already confirmed and you want to take proactive steps to prevent further loss, check out these five exercises you can do to help facilitate your hearing capabilities. Stretch your body Stretching and deep breathing, such as is practiced in yoga, can actually …
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Now that the holidays are in full swing, there is no shortage of parties and family gatherings. If you have loved ones with hearing loss these get-togethers could bring on insecurity and anxiety. They can become overwhelmed and exhausted by the constant background noise and focus required by conversations in a loud environment. If you …
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Do you have a smartphone? How about a smart TV or smart meter outside your home? Everywhere we look, our technology has gotten “smart.” What does “smart” mean, exactly? It means our devices can communicate wirelessly with other devices, whether through Wi-Fi, bluetooth or a cellular or other connection. Every technology in our lives is …
