Monthly Archives: December 2020

When someone in your family suffers from hearing loss you know it’s hard on them, but undoubtedly it’s hard on you too. This is something that doesn’t only affect the hearing-impaired person but it also affects those who are close to them too. There are some things you can do to deal with everyone’s frustration here. Be Supportive Studies show that it takes about 7 years from the point someone realizes they’ve lost some of their hearing to when they get hearing aids. It’s a long journey to get to the point where you know you need them. This is because it isn’t easy to admit to yourself, let alone those around you that you can’t hear as well as you once did. It’s important to be patient and supportive by: Hugging them and showing them you care Practicing new Read More +

Presbycusis (a.k.a. age-related hearing loss) is a condition that’s commonly diagnosed by hearing healthcare professionals. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders says that about one-third of those between the age of 65 – 70 suffer from some type of hearing loss. Another half of people 75 and older suffer from presbycusis. This is one of the most common types of hearing loss having to do with sensory and nerve cells. There are a few other forms that are a bit less common and may affect people of different ages. However, presbycusis typically occurs gradually, taking many years to occur. It’s typically bilateral in that generally affects both ears simultaneously. Why do you lose your hearing as you grow older? As you grow older there’s a degeneration that happens within your inner ear and along the neural pathways Read More +

Hearing loss doesn’t just affect the person with the issue, it can also affect your relationships. This is because it can result in a breakdown of communication which can strain a relationship. According to research, it can result in feelings of distress, frustration, and embarrassment. How Hearing Aids Promote Healthy Relationships The cornerstone of a healthy relationship is communication. So while you may have a small hearing loss, it can result in the loss of important interactions. When this happens it can be frustrating and result in resentment. Eventually, this can leave both partners feeling lonely and isolated. Even the most supportive partners struggle to understand and this will eventually significantly change the relationship. One thing is for certain: Even small conversations that seem unimportant play an important role in developing intimacy between partners. When these things can no longer Read More +