If you approach these conversations correctly, you can actually come away feeling better about yourself and the condition.
Hearing loss is a difficult condition to be struck with, and it’s hard to face the facts. Those who do suffer from it may have a hard time informing friends and family about the reality. If you approach these conversations correctly, you can actually come away feeling better about yourself and the condition. Those closest to you will most likely be understanding, and they’ll actually help you through the early difficulties.
Don’t Worry
If you’ve recently found out that you’re suffering from hearing loss, there is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of, and it’s really going to be okay. Everything begins with how you approach the situation. By choosing to hide your condition and not talk about it, you’re only going to create more stress on yourself as time advances. If you invite your friends and family to help you work through hearing loss, it can make for a solid base of people to support you.
Loved Ones
There are certain techniques to remember when discussing your hearing loss with someone. Just like you would if you were giving a speech, it’s important to know your audience when talking about the loss. When speaking to those closest to you, they should be understanding of your situation. You need to give your family members examples of how it is altering your life, and through those specificities they will gain a stronger understanding of where you’re coming from and what you’re going through on a daily basis. The key is to be honest about your situation, and just let them know if there’s any help you may need in the future.
Employer
With your employer, it’s all about starting a healthy dialogue. Explain how the hearing loss will affect your work, but come prepared with ideas that will help. It’s essentially the same idea as managing up. You also have certain rights to know, in terms of being in the workplace with a disability. You company should know and adhere to these policies. Hearing loss isn’t fixed by people just talking louder at you, so it’s up to you to let others know the best solutions that will help you.
Bay Area Audiology Provides The Best Hearing Solutions
Ready to change the way you look at hearing loss? Our Doctor of Audiology, Dr. Trisha A. Bents Muth, is exceptionally experienced in the art of audiology, and is dedicated to providing the absolute best solutions. Bay Area Audiology has been working to give patients a comfortable environment, with thorough evaluations. We are independently owned, and unbiased when it comes to finding you the care you need.
You can always come into the office, or contact us in advance to set up an appointment. We also provide updates on our social media websites. You can check out our Facebook,Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, and Pinterest to keep up with Bay Area Audiology.
Don’t hesitate–we can help.