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Ways To Deal With The Stress Of Hearing Loss

admin — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

To wake up one day and no longer be able to hear is a very difficult thing to have to face. In fact, it can be downright stressful. Therefore, it is very important for people that have recently been diagnosed with hearing loss, to learn how to deal with the stress.

The most productive way to deal with the stress of hearing loss is to read and learn about different treatment options. It can greatly enhance a person’s mood whenever they feel like they are taking steps towards improving their situation.

Another good way to relieve stress is through the process of journaling. Whenever a person writes down their thoughts and feelings onto paper, they are able to more clearly see what is troubling them. From there, they are able to come up with solutions to combat the issues that are worrying them. Also, sometimes just the process of venting on paper can help ease a lot of stress.

Finally, people suffering from the loss of hearing should take the time to do things that they enjoy. For instance, if they are biker, they should get on a bike and pedal away. After all, doing fun things is a great way to liven up anyone’s mood.

Learning The Basics Of Living With Hearing Loss

admin — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

My husband has lived with hearing loss all of his life. As a small infant it was discovered that he could only hear with one of his ears. Sometimes he talks louder than people with good hearing, but he doesn’t realize he does since it doesn’t sound the same for him. I tease him that he has selective hearing instead of hard of hearing, since he always hears when I say it’s time to eat. He is faced with challenges everyday, but through the years has learned how to cope with his hearing loss. One way is he tries to avoid loud places, since he was advised not to be in these places as it could affect his good ear. Another way I cope with his loss is by always sitting on the side of his good ear so he can hear me. Now we are faced with our parents having hearing loss. What we have had to do is just remember to speak louder so they can hear and not be surprised if we have to repeat it several times for them to hear. So basically, just try what works best for your situation. And be patient with them.

Ways To Help Your Loved One With Hearing Loss

admin — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Hearing loss can affect people of all ages. If someone you love is dealing with hearing loss it is important to be sensitive to their needs. Dealing with impaired hearing can be very frustrating and many people will deny that their hearing is not at a hundred percent because most adults associate loss of hearing with aging.

Although it may be tempting to act as the ears for your loved one, it does not benefit them in the long run. Trying to compensate for your loved ones hearing loss by repeating yourself or raising your voice may actually cause them to delay seeking proper treatment. It is important that they come to terms with their hearing loss and seek the help they need.

Encourage your loved one to look into their options for hearing treatment. Finding the right aid will improve their quality of life. There are many devices on the market today that deal with hearing loss. Speak to a qualified professional about what treatment is the best option.

Allowing your loved one to grieve over their loss is also important. It may be helpful to find people who have gone through a similiar experience and can offer some words of encouragement.

What to Do if You Suspect Someone You Know Has Hearing Loss

admin — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

It’s hard to know what to do when you’re faced with a friend or a loved one who you believe may be dealing with hearing loss. If you suspect someone in your life needs to look into their hearing abilities, here’s how to start:
Talk to them about whether or not they’ve ever considered medical care for their ears. There may be underlying problems or issues you don’t know about and the person in question could already be receiving medical care.
If they’re willing, get a free hearing test at locations all over the country. Many brand name hearing device dealers offer professional-administered hearing tests to determine whether or not your loved one needs a hearing device.
Once it’s determined they need one, help in choosing a hearing aid. There are so many options when it comes to hearing devices, from invisible hearing aids to digital hearing aids there’s an appropriate solution for everyone.
If money is an issue, talk with your loved one about their insurance. If they need help, go over their plan with them and even call their insurance provider on their behalf to find out more about deductibles and coverage.

Ten Celebrities That You Didn’t Know Have Hearing Loss

admin — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Many individuals who suffer from hearing loss can be encouraged by discovering that there are numerous celebrities who have encountered the same problem but have taken steps to correct the situation. After suffering high frequency hearing loss, actor Ernest Bornine uses hearing aids and is working well into his 90s. Likewise, President Ronald Reagan overcame hearing loss through the use of hearing aids.

Comediennes Phyllis Diller and Kaye Ballard have both overcome hearing problems because they know that not being able to hear is no laughing matter. Both actor William Shatner and First Lady Roslyn Carter have been afflicted with tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, but have worked to further public education about this affliction. Despite having a childhood ear infection that caused hearing loss, actor Lou Ferrigno went on to acclaim both in acting and bodybuilding.

In the world of sports, golfer Arnold Palmer admits to wearing hearing aids for quite a long time to improve the quality of his life. And Football Hall of Famer Mike Singletary refused to let hearing loss diminish his sports career. Former Miss America Heather Whitestone, the first deaf woman to wear that celebrated crown, is another example of celebrities who simply see their hearing loss as an adversity to be conquered rather than a barrier that stops their progress.

Five Other Medical Conditions That May Affect Hearing Loss

admin — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Do you have hearing loss? Not only is it frightening. it can also be embarrassing. You can be standing in a large room and several people are talking and because of the background noise, you are have a hard time hearing. You smile and act like you understand, but it is confusing and most of the times you just smile like you heard the whole conversation.

Hearing is important to all of us. But like many Americans, as we begin to age, we start to loose some of our ability to hear clearly. There are many reasons for this. Not all of them are preventable or curable. If your hearing is becoming a problem for you, no matter what age you are, it is well worth the time and effect to have a check up and find out exactly what is causing the problem.

The Most common causes are obstructions in the ear, such as ear wax. Loud noises over the years can cause damage to the ears, so it is good to remember to use ear plugs. Menieres disease is not common, but it can cause problems with the inner ear and be difficult to live with. Ringing in the ear comes and goes with age. What ever you are experiencing, it is probably worth a trip to the Doctors to find out the exact cause.

Link Friday: Five Great Resources For Hearing Loss Help

admin — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Every parent wants their newborn to be perfectly healthy. They want them to have every available advantage in life. Unfortunately, many parents have the frustration and fear of wondering about their child’s hearing. All children have their hearing tested before leaving the hospital but, unless there is serious concern, no additional testing is routinely performed. Here are five great links, if you are concerned about hearing loss in your child.

1. First and foremost, check with your pediatrician. Have them examine your child’s ears for any abnormalities and run any tests they can in their office.

2. Request a referral to an otolaryngologist. This is an ear, nose and throat specialist; they are the experts on this topic.

3. See an audiologist for a hearing test. After the age a two, most children can sit in a booth with a parent to take a modified hearing test.

4. If your child is a late talker, call your local school district. Generally, your child does not have to be enrolled in school to get help. Many districts have speech therapists on staff to assist any child, regardless of how young, in their area.

5. If your child does have moderate to severe hearing loss, join a support group. There are so many options in this day and age to assist both you and your child.

Reliable Source

www.hearingaidproduct.com — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

If you like to gather as much information as possible on a topic but also want to make sure that the information you are reading is reliable, especially in your pursuit of understanding hearing loss, then you might want to tap into the resources offered by Harvard Medical School’s Health Publications series.Their goal is to “bring people around the world the most current health information that is authoritative, trustworthy, and accessible, drawing on the expertise of the 9,000 faculty physicians at Harvard Medical School.”Founded in 1782, you know Harvard Medical School has the reputation and knowledge base to do just that.The site is a well of information on all health topics and includes a ton of information pertinent to hearing loss including a Special Health Report titled Hearing Loss: A Guide to Prevention and Treatment (you can read an excerpt online).Harvard points out that:

The faculty physicians who write and edit our books are practicing doctors who understand the questions and concerns of patients. Not only do we care for patients whether they are suffering from a nasty cold or require emergency surgery but we also teach them how to stay healthy. As a result, our books offer the latest information, presented in an innovative and clear manner.

As already mentioned, books and information cover all types of topics with titles like:

Six Steps to Increased Fertility: An Integrated Medical and Mind/Body Program to Promote Conception
Beating Diabetes: The First Complete Program Clinically Proven to Dramatically Improve Your Glucose Tolerance
Heal Your Aching back
Hot Flashes, Hormones, and Your Health
Vitamins and Minerals: Choosing the Nutrients You Need to Stay Healthy

And many more. If you’ve not yet discovered this wealth of information provided by Harvard Medical School, we suggest you take a look. There’s no time like the present to be better prepared for tomorrow!

Helpful Resources

www.hearingaidproduct.com — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

If you or someone you know is suffering from hearing loss you probably want to get as much information as possible about the condition since the adage “information is power” does have some merit.Following are some national organizations and groups that might be able to answer questions and provide resources.

National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320Bethesda, MD 20892Better Hearing Institute 1444 I Street NW, Suite 700Washington, DC 20005Hearing Loss Association of America7910 Woodmont Ave., Suite 1200Bethesda, MD 20814Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 3417 Volta Place, NWWashington, DC 20007National Association of the Deaf 8630 Fenton Street, Suite 820Silver Spring, MD 20910

Learning Sign Language

www.hearingaidproduct.com — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:54:24 +0000

Sign language is a type of communication (or language) which uses visually transmitted sign patterns (such as manual communication or body language) instead of acoustically conveyed sound patterns to express a speaker’s thoughts. Wherever communities of deaf people exist, sign languages develop. Their complex spatial grammars are markedly different from the grammars of spoken languages. Hundreds of sign languages are in use around the world. In linguistic terms, sign languages are as rich and complex as any oral language, despite the common misconception that they are not “real languages”. Professional linguists have studied many sign languages and found them to have every linguistic component required to be classed as true languages. Learning American Sign Language (ASL) is not only useful if you have a hearing impaired friend or family member, but it can open the door to a whole new world of friends and interesting people. Fortunately, there are free lessons available online at the American Sign Language resource site should you have an interest to get started, and while it is not an accredited course of study, it is a great launching pad to open some doors for further study.