{"id":1091,"date":"2022-12-20T02:43:59","date_gmt":"2022-12-20T07:43:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/?p=1091"},"modified":"2022-12-20T02:44:01","modified_gmt":"2022-12-20T07:44:01","slug":"tips-for-navigating-social-situations-as-a-new-hearing-aid-user","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/tips-for-navigating-social-situations-as-a-new-hearing-aid-user\/post","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Navigating Social Situations as a New Hearing Aid User"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/hearing-aids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hearing aids<\/a> can help you reconnect with loved ones and improve your relationships. Everything from video calling with your grandkids to enjoying dinner out with your spouse at Locavino becomes easier from your improved ability to follow conversations and communicate with others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are ways to enhance your ability to navigate social situations even further by following these communication tips in addition to using your hearing aids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Improving Communication With Hearing Aids <\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1280\" height=\"877\" src=\"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/iStock-1325452671-1280x877.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with a hearing aid chatting with her friend outside.\" class=\"wp-image-1094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/iStock-1325452671-1280x877.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/iStock-1325452671-768x526.jpg 768w, https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/iStock-1325452671-1536x1052.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/iStock-1325452671-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Be open about your hearing loss<\/strong>. One of the many benefits of hearing aids is that today\u2019s models are so small and sleek that many people might not even notice you\u2019re wearing them. However, when communicating with someone, it\u2019s important to let them know that you do have <a href=\"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/hearing-loss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing loss<\/a> and use hearing aids. While it may feel awkward, it will make conversation easier for both parties and help to reduce potential misunderstandings.<\/li><li><strong>Utilize effective communication strategies<\/strong>. Being open about your hearing loss offers a perfect opening to discuss what communication strategies are most helpful for you. This can include things like asking a person to look directly at you when they speak or to make sure they have your attention before they start talking.<\/li><li>Choose optimal listening environments. We don\u2019t always get to choose the location of meetups or events, but when you do get the opportunity, opt for quieter places with good lighting to help facilitate easier communication.<\/li><li>Use hearing aid accessories. Accessories like remote microphones or streaming with Bluetooth\u2122 can help you hear better in any environment, including busy restaurants, work conventions or while on phone calls.<\/li><li>Aural rehabilitation. Aural rehabilitation strategies like working with a speech therapist or attending classes for people with hearing loss to improve communication have shown to be very helpful. A systematic review of these types of programs found that <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16295235\/\" target=\"_blank\">aural rehabilitation is very effective<\/a> at providing a \u201cshort-term reduction in self-perception of hearing handicap and potentially better use of communication strategies and hearing aids.\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>The Importance of Staying Connected<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By pairing hearing aids with communication tips, it maximizes your ability to stay connected to your loved ones and better experience the world around you. Being able to socialize isn\u2019t just something we do for fun\u2014it actually benefits our health and improves our quality of life, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information or to schedule an appointment with a hearing expert, call <span class=\"company-name \">Hearing Center Silver Spring<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/tips-for-comfortable-all-day-hearing-aid-wear\/post\" class=\"related-post\">Tips for Comfortable All-Day Hearing Aid Wear<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/improved-hearing-aid-care-navigating-rainy-days\/post\" class=\"related-post\">Improved Hearing Aid Care: Navigating Rainy Days<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/silverspringhearing.com\/how-can-kidney-health-affect-your-hearing\/post\" class=\"related-post\">How Can Kidney Health Affect Your Hearing?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing aids can help you reconnect with loved ones and improve your relationships. Everything from video calling with your grandkids to enjoying dinner out with your spouse at Locavino becomes easier from your improved ability to follow conversations and communicate with others. 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