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How to Handle Group Conversations with Hearing Loss

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 02/22/2019 - 11:00
Two elderly men having a conversation

 

Whether you have age-related hearing loss, or any hearing loss type for that matter, group conversations are likely something you try to avoid. Between the multiple voices chiming in at once, to missing so much information that nothing seems to make sense, group conversations often become more unpleasant than enjoyable. The good news is that there are coping strategies available to make those frustrating situations a little bit easier. For your convenience, here are 10 tips for better handling group conversations when you have hearing loss.  

Early Onset Dementia and Hearing Loss

Submitted by AAHstaff on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 11:00
Father and daughter dealing with early onset dementia

 

Can hearing loss increase the chances of a middle-aged person acquiring a memory-related disease? This question had gone unanswered until Dr. Yune S. Lee from Ohio State University chose to explore it. In 2018, Dr. Lee sought to determine if hearing loss in middle-aged adults is a risk factor for dementia. If dementia runs in your family, you may be interested to know how you can prevent it. Continue reading to learn more about early onset dementia and its connection to hearing loss.

Can Noisy Work Environments Cause Hearing Loss?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 12:58
Construction Worker Being Exposed to Loud Noises

 

Jobs that keep you physically active, like construction work, don't entirely put you in the clear from health issues resulting from your work environment. One particular health concern that many people in such industries may face is noise-induced hearing loss. Noise-induced hearing loss occurs when a person is exposed to damaging sound levels for extended periods of time. If your job regularly puts you in a noisy work environment, you may benefit from learning more about this hearing loss, how to prevent it, and what you can do if you have it.

What Causes Cookie Bite Hearing Loss?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 01/25/2019 - 11:00
Person with Cookie Bite Hearing Loss Going Hiking

 

Cookie bite hearing loss is not only rare, but it can also be difficult to identify. However, noticeable symptoms of cookie bite hearing loss typically arise when an individual is in their 30s or 40s. As such, if you or your loved one is experiencing symptoms like those mentioned above, it may be time to learn more about this rare hearing loss type.

What is Exercise Induced Hearing Loss?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 12/28/2018 - 11:11
Woman with Exercise Induced Hearing Loss

 

As with most things, even exercise has its share of potential downsides, one of which is exercise induced hearing loss. Especially if you visit the gym on the daily, or enjoy lifting those weights, you may be at greater risk for experiencing permanent damage to your ability to hear. Let’s take a moment to explore how exercised induced hearing loss occurs and how it can be prevented.

What Tinnitus Sounds Like: Ringing in Your Ears

Submitted by AAHstaff on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 16:30
Young Woman Experiencing Ringing in Her Ears

 

What tinnitus sounds like is a ringing sound that no one else seems to notice but you. Not only is this condition frustrating, but it can make it difficult to hear what others are trying to say. If you are experiencing tinnitus, rest assured that you’re not alone: Roughly 10% (25 million) of U.S. adults have experienced it for at least five minutes within the past year. If you find yourself frequently experiencing tinnitus, let’s take a moment to dive in and discuss this condition, its impacts, and how it can be treated.

How to Hear the Sounds of the Season with Hearing Loss

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 13:00

 

From the all too popular Christmas carols to your grandchildren excitedly running around the house on Christmas Eve, there are a variety of sounds to look forward to this holiday season. That is, of course, unless you suffer from hearing loss. Fortunately, there are certain measures you can take to better hear the sounds of the season this year. Let’s talk about a few of them.

How is Hearing Loss Connected to Your Balance?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 14:05
Elderly Woman Maintaining Balance by Holding Onto her Elderly Female and Male Friends' Arms

 

Did you know that your ears do more than simply help you to hear? In addition to allowing you to experience a world of sound, your ears help you to balance. With the help of your ears, your brain can process and receive signals that allow you to maintain a steady posture and focus. Unfortunately, if your inner ears are damaged, your ability to balance may be impacted as well. In the following, we will discuss balance disorders, their causes, treatments, and finally, how they are connected to hearing loss.