It’s no secret: hearing loss is a part of getting older. While age-related hearing loss statistically begins around age 45, it’s usually not problematic until later in life. About 33% of people aged 65 – 74 have moderate or worse hearing loss, and about 50% of those over 75 do. Nearly 100% of centenarians have hearing loss, indicating that anyone …
Tips for Communicating with Hearing Loss
If you’re new to hearing loss, you might be struggling to communicate with friends, family and colleagues. While working around your hearing loss to be effective at work or connect with the people in your life does present a new challenge, there are a few tips that can be extremely helpful when you’re adjusting to the realities of hearing loss. …
Treating Hearing Loss Helps You Stay Socially Connected
One of the most dangerous consequences of leaving our hearing loss untreated is the increased risk of loneliness and social isolation. While the “loneliness in a crowd” feeling is common for those who can’t follow a conversation due to hearing loss, the potential subsequent prolonged state of loneliness is disastrous for health and well-being. Social isolation, where a person doesn’t …