Cochlear implants and music - Deafness
The Cochlear implant first returned hearing for a deaf person in 1978. It has come a long way since that time, but has it yet returned normal hearing? Well according to Graeme Clark, the Australian inventor of this marvellous technology, the ... [... more]
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Hearing Aid Glasses - Deafness
One of my readers has requested information on hearing aid glasses. Quite honestly, this was the first time I had ever heard of such a thing, so I have done some research on this particular hearing device. It seems as though hearing aid glasses ... [... more]
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The stigma of hearing aids - Deafness
If you wear glasses there is no stigma. You put them on and say "Wow now I can see!" but hearing aids can't be that effective and in many cases you still hear poorly even with the aid. I have been examining the issue of why there is a stigma ... [... more]
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Hearing loss self-evaluation - Deafness
Are there some situations where you feel you are not hearing as well as you should? Here's a self-evaluation which may help you decide whether to seek professional help and have your hearing checked. Remember, that unfortunately it is 'natural' ... [... more]
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Deafness Denial - Deafness
What can family and friends do to help someone recognise they may have a hearing problem? It is most likely family, friends or colleagues will notice the changes in someone's hearing ability before they do. When confronted this person's first ... [... more]
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What happens at a hearing test? - Deafness
So you think you have a hearing loss but you have white coat syndrome and are afraid of doctors. There's no need to be afraid of taking a hearing test. You won't be poked with needles or asked to strip off your clothes! A hearing test is simple, ... [... more]
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Losing hearing aids - Deafness
What do you do if you lose your hearing aid? Panic? Well I suppose that is the first response of many people. Hearing aids, regardless of type often get lost, misplaced or damaged and since they can be very expensive, losing one is likely to ... [... more]
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