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Hearing and Healing: How Mental Health is Linked to Hearing Health
October is National Depression Education and Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of mental health and its connection to overall well-being. Research shows a strong link between hearing loss and depression, with studies indicating that individuals with hearing loss are more likely to experience depressive symptoms. Factors contributing to this include social isolation due to difficulty participating in conversations, cognitive strain from focusing on understanding speech, and changes in s...
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The "Hearing Bone's" Connected to the...What?
Hearing loss is often perceived as a minor inconvenience, but recent studies highlight its profound impact on mental and physical well-being. Research shows that untreated hearing loss is linked to increased psychological distress, higher risk of depression, and greater reliance on mental health services. Additionally, individuals with hearing loss face a higher likelihood of falls and injuries; however, treating hearing loss with hearing aids significantly reduces these risks. Cognitive decline ...
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National Service Dog Month: Spotlight on Hearing Dogs
This article highlights the transformative impact of hearing assistance dogs on individuals with hearing loss, illustrating how these specially trained animals enhance independence, confidence, and quality of life. The piece traces the history of service dogs, from their origins as guide dogs for visually impaired veterans in World War I to their modern roles assisting those who are deaf or hard of hearing. It introduces three notable organizations—Dogs for Better Lives, Canine Companions, and ...
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Your Feet And Your Ears - What's The Connection?
Balance Awareness Week emphasizes the importance of stability, particularly as we age. Hearing loss is a significant contributor to falls among older adults, and research shows that individuals with mild hearing loss (25-40 decibels) are three times more likely to experience falls compared to those with normal hearing. This increased risk occurs because hearing loss diverts brain resources away from maintaining balance and depth perception, as our sense of balance relies on auditory cues in addit...
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Hustle Harder with Hearing Aids: How Hearing Health Impacts Earnings
A recent study in Norway found that individuals with untreated hearing loss experienced lower earnings compared to those with healthy hearing, highlighting the significant impact of hearing health on workplace performance and financial stability. Hearing loss can affect people of all ages due to factors like noise exposure, illness, medications, or genetics, and it has been linked to reduced earning potential over time. Globally, millions of teenagers and young adults are at risk of hearing loss ...
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Don't Labor to Listen: Celebrating the Unofficial End of Summer
Labor Day, marking the unofficial end of summer, honors the contributions of American workers and has a rich history that evolved from state recognition to becoming a federal holiday in 1894. While celebrated with parades, fireworks, cookouts, and time outdoors, the article emphasizes the importance of protecting hearing during these often-loud festivities, such as using hearing protection or taking breaks from noise. It also highlights workplace noise safety, referencing OSHA resources for under...
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