1 in 8 Americans will suffer from hearing loss by the time they reach the age of 65. While it’s not something mentioned all too often, this statistic also applies to adults who develop some form of dementia. This might seem frightening, but there are ways to prevent it. By examining the correlation between the two, we can begin preparations to ensure a better quality of life.
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What Situations are Associated with Hearing Loss?
Everybody has at least a vague notion that certain risk factors contribute to either a partial or total loss of hearing. Identifying them is a critical first step in thwarting and preventing hearing difficulties. What situations are associated with hearing loss?
Why Should You Get a Hearing Assessment?
Why should you get a hearing assessment?
Here at Coastal Hearing Care, we can think of several great reasons to do this, but here are just few that we find especially important:
What are Some Clear Indications That You Need Hearing Aids?
Hearing loss impacts the lives of many people young and old. Fortunately, we live in an age where hearing aids can improve and, in some cases, restore your hearing. At Coastal Hearing Care, we know that it’s not always easy to identify signs of hearing loss. We compiled a list of some clear indications that you need hearing aids.
Ways to Improve Communication Despite Hearing Loss
Communication is an important and powerful tool that either strengthens or harms your relationships with others. When hearing starts to fail, so does your ability to communicate. The following are some tips to help you improve your communication skills despite hearing loss.
Understanding Different Types of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss happens for a number of reasons like aging, exposure to loud sounds, disease, or even wax build-up. It usually occurs when there is damage to the inner ear or nerve. Varying degrees of hearing loss exists, including
- Mild
- Moderate
- Moderately-severe
- Severe
- Profound
Hearing Loss and Dementia
“I used to worry about my dad. I live out of state and call home weekly. On the phone, Dad didn’t seem like himself. He was aloof and sometimes unresponsive. I used to worry that he wasn’t following me on the phone or participating at family gatherings because of memory loss, dementia, or something else. But surely enough, once he could hear well, he was back to his old self. He smiled, laughed, and engaged in conversation just like he used to. Hearing aids were a game changer. They literally brought him back to life.”
Better Hearing & Speech Month at Coastal Hearing Care
Hello, Better Hearing and Speech Month! At Coastal Hearing Care, I am passionate about educating the community on the importance of hearing health. One of the simple ways I can do this is by sharing who I am and the types of problems we help our patients solve! Do you know what an audiologist is?
Let Coastal Hearing Help with Tinnitus Treatment
It is estimated that within a year’s time, 10% of American adults experience some form of tinnitus. While some instances only last about five minutes, other cases are significantly more severe and long lasting. And though tinnitus is not life-threatening, it is still extremely disruptive to daily life and can cause a lot of discomfort and suffering for those who have it. Tinnitus can be distracting and make people have a lack of focus or inability to concentrate, and it can lead to sleep issues. And, understandably so, it can cause a great deal of stress, anxiety, and irritability. Thankfully, there are some treatment options for tinnitus.
Attention Hearing Aid Users!
Not hearing as well as you like? Dr. Kristin DesErmia will test your hearing and evaluate your hearing aid settings to determine if adjustments can be made to improve your speech clarity and hearing in noise. Using the industry’s Best Practices and the latest in hearing aid fitting and verification technology, you can see for … Read more