The Different Types of Auditory Processing Disorder
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) affects the way the brain processes sounds. People with APD can hear but have difficulty understanding auditory information. APD is caused by something affecting the part of the brain that processes sound. There are five different types of APD, each affecting listening and comprehension in unique ways. The five types include:…
Navigating the Emotional Journey of Hearing Loss
Approximately 15% of U.S. adults have hearing loss. If you or a loved one is processing a new hearing loss diagnosis, it’s helpful to recognize the five common emotional stages people go through on their journey to acceptance and treatment. Let’s take a look at these five stages and how you can manage them. 1….
Thriving at Thanksgiving: Communication Tips for Everyone
The air is crisp, the leaves are falling and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It’s a time for gathering, gratitude and a lot of conversation. These lively gatherings can sometimes feel more exhausting than fun for those navigating hearing loss, but they don’t need to. With a few simple communication strategies, you can embrace…
How to Advocate for Yourself in Medical Settings with Hearing Loss
Approximately 48 million Americans live with hearing loss, and for those people, visiting a doctor can bring challenges. The potential for miscommunication is higher, and that can make it harder to receive the right care. Being proactive and advocating for yourself is key to ensuring you get the treatment you need. Here are four ways…
How Does Diabetes Affect Your Hearing?
Diabetes, a chronic condition affecting blood sugar processing, can impact various bodily systems, including hearing, when not properly managed. Learn about the connection between the two here. The Connection Between Diabetes and Hearing Loss The inner ear’s blood vessels are particularly sensitive to blood flow. Diabetes-induced poor circulation and high blood sugar levels can inflict…
Is My Hearing Loss Temporary or Permanent?
Nearly everyone has experienced muffled hearing at least once in their life. When this muffled hearing is temporary, it is not always a cause for concern. However, some instances of muffled hearing are permanent—known as permanent hearing loss. Knowing how to differentiate between temporary and permanent hearing loss is essential in ensuring you’re on the…
How Can a Concussion Affect Your Ability to Process Sound?
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury caused by a blow, bump or jolt to the head or by damage to the body that causes sudden movement to the head. Common symptoms of a concussion may include but are not limited to: While many concussions are considered mild, moderate or severe cases may exhibit trouble…
The Truth About Tinnitus
Tinnitus is common, affecting approximately 50 million Americans. But despite its prevalence, there are many myths surrounding the condition. Below we review some of these myths and the truths behind them. Myth: Tinnitus Is a Disease Truth: Tinnitus isn’t a disease, but rather it is a symptom of an underlying problem. Some conditions commonly associated…
How Treating Hearing Loss Improves Your Relationships
Communication in our daily lives from social situations to spiritual or religious congregations to sporting activities to family gatherings, form some the most important foundations of human interaction. Our jobs, loved ones, close friends and our work colleagues and peers form circles that radiate out to create a social and professional network that we construct…