Human communication relies on much more than spoken words. While clear vocabulary and tone of voice are incredibly important, nonverbal cues play a massive role in how people understand each other on a daily basis. Among these visual signals, eye contact stands out as one of the most critical elements for success. When two people look directly at each other …
How Mindfulness Can Help with Tinnitus and Hearing Fatigue
Tinnitus and hearing fatigue can make daily life challenging. People who experience tinnitus often hear ringing, buzzing, or humming sounds even when there is no external noise. Hearing fatigue occurs when the brain becomes tired from processing sound for long periods. Understanding how mindfulness works can help people find new ways to cope with tinnitus and hearing fatigue. Understanding Tinnitus …
Communication Tips for Families Living with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss affects more than just the person experiencing it. It can also influence daily communication within a family. Conversations may become harder to follow, misunderstandings may occur more often, and frustration can grow if family members are unsure how to help. The good news is that families can learn simple communication strategies that make conversations clearer and more comfortable …
Using Hearing Aid Accessories for Improved Listening
Hearing aids provide meaningful improvement for people with hearing loss. They amplify sound and make speech clearer in many settings. However, some listening environments present challenges even for high-quality hearing aids. Background noise, distance from the speaker, and poor acoustics can make communication harder. Hearing aid accessories are tools that work with hearing aids to give extra support in these …
Types of Hearing Loss and What They Mean
We all recognize how important hearing is. It allows us to enjoy the sounds in our lives, from music and movies to conversations and nature sounds. Our hearing impacts every aspect of our daily lives. If you have started to notice you’re having some difficulty hearing, it’s important to have a hearing health professional examine you. They can determine the …
Hearing Loss and Veterans: Understanding the Risks
Our communication skills are directly impacted by our ability to hear. For many of our military veterans, hearing loss is the most common health challenge. They may have ringing in their ears or hearing loss due to their unique duties and experiences while serving in the military. Even those who are currently not experiencing hearing loss have a much higher …
Cochlear Implants vs. Hearing Aids: What’s the Difference?
Hearing loss can be difficult to deal with. It can make talking with friends and family difficult and navigating the world complicated. The two most commonly recommended treatment options are hearing aids and cochlear implants. Both can help those with hearing loss hear better, but they both work in completely different ways. This blog will explore the benefits of both …
How Hearing Loss Can Affect Balance and Fall Risk in Seniors
Despite progress in medical treatments, hearing loss remains one of the most common health conditions impacting older adults. What most fail to realize is that it doesn’t just affect their ability to hear. When hearing loss goes untreated, it can also affect a person’s balance, thus increasing the risk of falls, especially in seniors. Recognizing this is crucial for helping …
Veterans and Hearing Loss: Resources and Support
Serving in the military requires sacrifice and dedication. And while many of our men and women have proudly served, they were unaware that their sacrifices might be lifelong. One of the most common health problems among veterans is hearing loss. Some veterans were exposed to powerful sounds associated with gunfire, heavy machinery, aircraft, and explosions. This blog will explore why …
Clearing Up Common Myths About Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is more common than many people think and impacts people of all ages, not just older people. While many people cope with it in their own way, there are a lot of myths and misunderstandings surrounding hearing loss. As with most medical conditions, there is a lot of misinformation. Here we will discuss these common myths with detailed …