How Noise Affects Your Mood and Memory
When most people think about hearing aids, they focus on the advantages of hearing more clearly. However, for the 28.8 million Americans who could benefit from hearing aids, these devices offer so much more than improved sound. Hearing aids contribute to bettering overall health in surprising ways. Strengthening Social Connections Conversations can become frustrating if…
Is Hearing Loss Making You Anxious?
Do you feel like you’re constantly worrying or on edge? There are many reasons why people can experience an increase in anxiety. However, you might be surprised to know that hearing loss is one of them. Hearing Loss Increases Anxiety Symptoms A study published in 2018 observed 3,928 adults aged 65 and older over a…
Is Hearing Loss Making Me Tired?
Hearing loss can make it harder to listen to music, watch television or enjoy a conversation with your family when out for ribs at Mike’s American restaurant. These struggles can lead not only to frustration but to feelings of fatigue as well. Research on Hearing Loss and Mental Fatigue A study looked at hearing test…
Can Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline?
If you’re struggling with keeping track of daily tasks, picking up a day planner might help you stay organized. However, if you’re facing more significant memory challenges or experiencing cognitive decline, it may be time to explore other strategies to support brain health. Recent research has highlighted a promising approach: wearing hearing aids may help…
Can Bicycling Cause Hearing Loss?
With warmer weather on the way, it’s the perfect time to take a bike ride along trails. While you’re ensuring your helmet is secure, you might also want to consider protecting your ears. Studies have shown that cyclists could be at risk for noise-induced hearing loss due to the wind noise experienced during rides. Wind…
Surviving Thanksgiving With Hearing Loss: Tips for Easier Communication
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, there’s something on the table for everyone—whether you’re all about the side dishes or saving room for pumpkin pie. But if you’re among the 13% of people aged 12 and over living with hearing loss, this holiday might bring more stress than fun. Let’s take a look at some…
Celebrate Hearing Aids This Audiology Awareness Month
October isn’t just about changing leaves and cooler weather—it’s also a chance to celebrate your hearing health. Audiology Awareness Month encourages people to take a step back and think about how hearing loss, often called the “invisible disability,” impacts our lives and how treatment can make a difference. Let’s take a look at a few…
What to Know About Online Hearing Tests
If you’ve been experiencing changes in your hearing or are simply curious about your hearing health, you might be thinking of scheduling a traditional hearing test. Luckily, in today’s digital world, many audiologists are offering online hearing tests, allowing you to assess your hearing from the comfort of your own home. Here’s what you should…
Tips to Avoid Elderspeak and Foster Respectful Communication
Nearly one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss. Hearing loss can create communication difficulty, decrease background awareness and erode independence over time. Unfortunately, having hearing loss as an older adult can also change the way people perceive you, leading to a phenomenon known as elderspeak. What To Know…
Hearing Aids And Beauty Routines: Tips To Care For Your Devices
More than one out of every ten people in the United States have some degree of hearing loss. When you first learn you have hearing loss, it’s natural to worry about how hearing aids, a standard treatment option, will fit into your daily life. One common worry is how these new devices will change your…