How Do I Know If I Have A Hearing Loss?

Hearing loss can be gradual and difficult to recognize. Over time, we begin to forget how things really sound, and begin to live in a quieter world. When hearing loss is left untreated it can lead to numerous social and psychological problems, such as isolation and withdrawal.

Scheduling regular hearing check-ups is as important as having your yearly physical exam. Below is a list of symptoms (from the American Speech and Hearing Association) to keep any eye on that will help you identify if you or a loved one has a hearing loss.

For adults

You frequently complain that people mumble, speech is not clear, or you hear only parts of conversations when people are talking.
You often ask people to repeat what they said.
Your friends or relatives tell you that you don’t seem to hear very well.
You do not laugh at jokes because you miss too much of the story.
You need to ask others about the details of a meeting that you just attended.
Others say that you play the TV or radio too loudly.
You cannot hear the doorbell or the telephone.
You find that looking at people when they talk to you makes it somewhat easier to understand, especially when you’re in a noisy place or where there are competing conversations.

For children

Your child is inconsistently responding to sound
Language and speech development is delayed
Speech is unclear.
Sound is turned up on electronic equipment (radio, TV, cd player, etc.)
Your child does not follow directions
Your child often says “Huh?”
Your child does not respond when called.

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