How to Handle Social Events with Hearing Loss
Whether it’s a family reunion, company barbeque or holiday party with friends, there are many times throughout the year when you are expected to socialize with others. While spending time with friends and loved ones is something to be enjoyed, if you have hearing loss it can also cause a lot of stress and anxiety….
Hearing Loss and Memory
Hearing loss makes it hard to connect with the world around you. While it often starts gradually, you may notice some of these common early signs: Family or friends have remarked on your hearing. It seems like people mumble a lot, or you need them to repeat themselves often. You have trouble following conversations in…
How to Handle the Holidays with Hearing Loss
The holidays are right around the corner and we’re all getting prepared for celebrations. That could mean putting together grocery lists, picking up presents at Austin Gift Company, or making travel plans to see loved ones. If you have hearing loss, you’ll likely need to do some extra preparation to reduce the stress that holiday…
Untreated Hearing Loss and Dementia
We know active lifestyles, reading, and exercising can help combat dementia, but did you know that treating hearing loss with hearing aids can also help? Many recent studies have confirmed that age-related hearing loss is a biomarker for cognitive decline, in other words, hearing loss can adversely affect cognitive abilities. Luckily, this risk factor is modifiable, which…
