{"id":8053,"date":"2023-04-07T08:56:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T15:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/?p=8053"},"modified":"2023-04-10T09:01:40","modified_gmt":"2023-04-10T16:01:40","slug":"how-to-avoid-social-isolation-when-you-have-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arizonahearing.com\/how-to-avoid-social-isolation-when-you-have-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid Social Isolation When You Have Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Social isolation is an extremely common side effect of untreated hearing loss<\/a>. This is because, when you can\u2019t hear well, it\u2019s all too easy to withdraw from people and activities you once enjoyed. Since social isolation is a risk factor for more serious conditions like depression and dementia, it is essential to address the underlying cause without delay. This is why we recommend seeking treatment for your hearing loss early, as well as trying the following techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seeing an Audiologist<\/h2>\n\n\n
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One study<\/a> reports, \u201cHearing aid use appears to be a buffer against the experience of loneliness.\u201d See an audiologist to seek treatment if you\u2019re struggling with hearing loss and social isolation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reaching out to Loved Ones<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your friends and family care about you so much, which is why they\u2019ll do whatever they can to help you out. However, they won\u2019t know if you\u2019re struggling unless you reach out and let them know. Invite some loved ones over to your home or somewhere else that is quiet for refreshments and conversation. Bring up your hearing loss, and if and when they ask, let them know what kind of support you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using Communication Strategies <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whenever you\u2019re having conversations, whether it\u2019s with a loved one or the mail delivery or repair person, try the following communication strategies to optimize the experience:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n