{"id":9991,"date":"2021-11-05T13:37:13","date_gmt":"2021-11-05T20:37:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/everhear.com\/?p=9991"},"modified":"2021-11-05T13:37:16","modified_gmt":"2021-11-05T20:37:16","slug":"how-to-help-a-loved-one-with-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/everhear.com\/how-to-help-a-loved-one-with-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Help a Loved One with Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/hearing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hearing loss<\/a> can sneak up on a person. It can develop slowly for years, and often people aren\u2019t aware they are experiencing it at first. Some early signs a person may be struggling with hearing loss include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Frequently asking people to repeat themselves. Especially in louder environments or situations where multiple people are speaking.<\/li><li>Listening to music or the television at a higher volume than anyone else needs.<\/li><li>Complaining that everyone seems to mumble.<\/li><li>Trouble hearing during phone conversations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing loss can be difficult for the person experiencing it. It can also be very hard on loved ones. It can be especially frustrating if the person with hearing loss does not seem eager to treat their hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing loss can take a toll on relationships. Research published in <em>The Hearing Review<\/em> interviewed people with hearing loss as well as their partners to learn how hearing loss impacted their relationships. They <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hearingreview.com\/hearing-loss\/patient-care\/hearing-loss-as-a-social-problem?campaign_type=newsletter%20(link)%20%5blocal:%20community%20center%20or%20club%5d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">found<\/a> that having a partner or loved one with hearing loss can contribute to \u201cfeelings of frustration, embarrassment, and distress for the partner and for the relationship in general.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reasons Why People Put Off Getting a Hearing Test <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1271431622-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"Adult daughter talking to her father about his hearing loss.\" class=\"wp-image-9993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1271431622-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1271431622-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1271431622-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1271431622-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/everhear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1271431622-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Though it\u2019s frustrating, it\u2019s important to have empathy for your loved one with hearing loss. There might be several reasons they are reluctant to seek help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>They are afraid that needing <a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/hearing\/hearing-aids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing aids<\/a> will make them look old, or less capable.<\/li><li>They are worried hearing aids will be too big and awkward looking.<\/li><li>They don\u2019t realize their hearing loss is a problem.<\/li><li>They think hearing loss is just part of aging and nothing needs to be done about it.<\/li><li>They are worried seeking treatment will be too expensive.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing some of the reasons your loved one might be wary of getting help for their hearing loss can help you empathize with their situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Ways to Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Do your research on hearing loss and hearing aids and encourage them to do the same. This can help alleviate some of their fears about seeking treatment and help them make an informed decision.<\/li><li>Talk to them about how their hearing loss has affected you. Tell them it frustrates you when you have to repeat yourself frequently in conversations. Tell them you\u2019re concerned they won\u2019t be able to fully engage in social events like dinner with friends at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodblockredmond.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Woodblock.<\/a><\/li><li>Offer to schedule an appointment with a hearing specialist and go with them.<\/li><li>Remind them of all the possible benefits of treating their hearing loss.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have additional questions about hearing loss or wish to schedule an appointment, contact Evergreen Speech and Hearing today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/cooking-safely-with-hearing-aids-this-thanksgiving\/\" class=\"related-post\">Cooking Safely With Hearing Aids This Thanksgiving<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/three-surprising-signs-of-hearing-loss-you-might-be-missing\/\" class=\"related-post\">Three Surprising Signs of Hearing Loss You Might Be Missing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/everhear.com\/celebrate-better-hearing-this-october\/\" class=\"related-post\">Celebrate Better Hearing This October<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing loss can sneak up on a person. It can develop slowly for years, and often people aren\u2019t aware they are experiencing it at first. Some early signs a person may be struggling with hearing loss include: Frequently asking people to repeat themselves. Especially in louder environments or situations where multiple people are speaking. Listening&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9993,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"Hearing loss can be difficult for the person experiencing it. It can also be very hard on loved ones. 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