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WHAT WAS THAT?
Sep
02
2016
How is it that another summer is already coming to a close? With Labor Day weekend upon us, as well as the colder weather, students are now substituting video games and their freedom for text books and exams. Going back to school can be a difficult transition for anyone let alone someone who is hard of hearing and/or suffers from hearing loss.
A new school year equals new classmates, which, in turn creates various social situations. Whether you are in school, teach our youth, or volunteer, everyone should be aware of the proper etiquette surrounding hearing loss.
Lucky for you, we are here to fill you in on the do’s and do not’s! This can be related to anyone whom you know or may meet that is hard of hearing and/or suffers from hearing loss.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Hearing Loss Etiquette
Do’s:
When you are speaking to someone who is not facing you and does not hear you try to get their attention by saying their name or gently tapping them on the shoulder.
Speak normal! You are not on slow-mo and neither are they. It can be demeaning to sound out every syllable and consonant.
Decrease background noise if possible such as turning off the T.V., radio or simply shutting a door.
Make sure to face the person with whom you are talking with so they are able to read both facial and visual cues.
Decrease the distance between you and your conversation partner. Acoustics travel better and are much louder in a closer range. Try to maintain a distance of at least 3 to 6 feet.
Don’ts:
Repeat. If someone asks you to repeat a statement for the second time, try rephrasing If the person with whom you are communicating with has a hard time understanding what you originally said, rephrasing your thoughts may be a better approach.
Yell! Yelling can distort the sound and make it harder for them to understand you.
Talking to someone who is not in the same room as you are. This is a very difficult approach to getting someone’s attention let alone someone with hearing loss.
Obstruct your mouth when talking. Refrain from chewing, eating and/or covering your mouth when speaking.
Hearing loss is the least talked about, most unrecognized life issue for many. We all must be mindful that it takes people with hearing loss longer to process both speech and sound. Care enough to pay attention to whom you are speaking to and it will go a long way to better communications.
Amanda Meholif, Audiology Aide
Centers for Hearing Care
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Welcome to our Blog!!
May
15
2015
We are delighted to begin sharing our thoughts, hearts, and expertise with you to maintain a healthy hearing lifestyle! Whether you experience hearing loss or someone you love, hearing loss affects all of us. We have an excellent team of Audiologists and Patient Care Coordinators that will be blogging to help you achieve the best quality of life you can!
Centers for Hearing Care is an independent, locally owned audiology practice serving Youngstown, Warren, Cleveland and all of Northeast Ohio since 1989. You will find each of our seven offices staffed with a full-time Doctor of Audiology or Licensed Audiologist trained and licensed to specifically identify, evaluate, diagnose and treat hearing disorders. So if you are in need of a simple hearing test or are searching for invisible or behind the ear hearing aids we can help.
Hearing loss affects people of all ages. In fact, more than 38 million Americans strive daily to surmount the isolation that hearing impairment so often brings. There have been many advances in all aspects of hearing health care with new and exciting options available to help. Our knowledge and experience ensures that we can best match your needs with the right hearing solution and help you improve your quality of life with better hearing. We offer the latest technology and only partner with hearing aid manufacturers committed to improving the technology of hearing.
If you or a loved one has experienced sudden hearing loss or gradually over time, we understand how it can leave you feeling frustrated and exhausted. We would like to change that. Call us today at 1-888-866-HEAR for a free, no obligation consultation to discuss preventative and diagnostic hearing services including: hearing test, hearing protection, tinnitus (ringing in the ears) treatment, hearing aids (invisible, digital, and wireless), wax removal, video otoscopy and tympanometry screenings.
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