There are so many ways to communicate and spoken language is only one of them. In truth, it’s not what you say, but how you say it – conversation is fluid, and often what’s not said is just as important as what is. For individuals with hearing loss, this could not be more relevant. As hearing loss declines, its common …
Connecting People | May is Better Hearing and Speech Month!
Do you suffer from hearing loss? It’s important to remember that you aren’t alone. Commonly associated with the elderly, today we understand that hearing loss can affect anyone at any age. Around one in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears, based on standard hearing …
Communication Disorders are More Common in Kids than You Think
All learning is built on the foundation of language. Eye contact, crying, vocalizing, and gesturing are the initial ways children learn to communicate. They pick up on the language of the people around them as they get older. Children then learn about their world through language, which they acquire by talking, playing, and reading; parents and teachers utilize a variety …
Building Connections | May is Better Hearing and Speech Month
In 1927 The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) named the month of May as Better Hearing and Speech Month as a way to raise understanding and awareness for those with hearing and speech issues. While it is important to understand and self-diagnose and be compassionate to these communication issues year-round, BHSM is designed to inspire and instigate action and accommodation for …
Tips for a Successful Virtual Family Reunion
This time of year usually involves family get togethers, celebrating holidays, or simply enjoying time off with others. However, more people will be gathering virtually as we continue to adjust and navigate the pandemic. Having virtual gatherings can be a great substitute and effective way to spend quality time with family and friends. It is important to think about the …
How Treating Hearing Loss Improves Your Relationships
What would you say is the most important thing in your life? Would it be your house or car or job? Most likely when most people think about it the most important thing in life are not material and are the priceless relationships that evolve as we age and keep us engaged and connected. Whether with friends, family, romantic partners, …
The Benefits of Being Social for Older Americans
Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic disabilities affecting nearly 48 million people in the U.S. Imagine being cut off from communication with your loved ones. Conversations happen around you but you can’t really participate like you used to. It starts to become more alluring to just stay home, rather than to try to go to a party or …
Improving Communication with Your Family
Living with a family member with hearing loss can be a challenging and frustrating experience. Hearing loss and hearing issues impact the entire family and family dynamic. The best remedy is, of course, getting a hearing evaluation and hearing aids at Ear-Tronics. Sometimes, that’s a goal that takes some coaxing. You can offer to go with and stay with the …