More than 20% of people aged 65-74 and 55% of people 75 or older have disabling hearing loss. Age-related hearing issues are common, but many people avoid seeking treatment. The good news is that most types of hearing loss can be treated, helping to maintain your quality of life. Conductive hearing loss can be successfully…
They’re right in front of you, but emotionally, they’re gone. That’s the paradox of ambiguous loss. It’s when a loved one’s body remains, but their mind drifts away, often due to dementia. You’re not alone in feeling trapped by this emotional limbo. Maureen Pollard notes this kind of loss disrupts the natural grieving process, denying…
Are you or your loved one experiencing hearing complications? According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), nearly half of American adults over 75 have difficulty hearing. Age-related hearing loss is a common medical issue among seniors. A hearing loss test is essential for older adults as it detects hearing decline…