{"id":31562,"date":"2024-01-17T17:42:05","date_gmt":"2024-01-17T22:42:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/?p=31562"},"modified":"2024-01-17T17:42:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T22:42:07","slug":"how-to-combat-listening-fatigue-tips-for-people-with-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/how-to-combat-listening-fatigue-tips-for-people-with-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Combat Listening Fatigue: Tips for People with Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Listening fatigue, also known as ‘auditory fatigue’ or ‘mental fatigue,’ results from ongoing strenuous efforts to listen with hearing loss. For individuals with hearing loss, the brain has to work much harder to process sounds and speech, especially in the presence of distracting background noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The constant strain of understanding those around you leads to fatigue, irritability and often avoidance of social situations. By combatting listening fatigue, you can enjoy improved energy, better mood and time with your loved ones. Let\u2019s take a look at a few ways to conquer hearing loss-induced listening fatigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take Regular Breaks<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Taking regular breaks is one of the most effective ways to combat listening fatigue. Like any sensory organ, the ears can become exhausted from continuous use. By giving yourself periodic rests from the effort of listening, you provide your ears and brain with an essential timeout, allowing them to recover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you feel overwhelmed or exhausted from the mental effort of understanding those around you, take five minutes alone. Consider confiding in others when you start to feel the effects of listening fatigue and don\u2019t be afraid to ask for a listening break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Limit Background Noise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Background noise competes with speech, making it harder to hear<\/a>, understand and process language. By consciously seeking out quiet locations or reducing noise in your environment, you can ease your cognitive load and lessen listening fatigue. Tips for reducing background noise include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n