When someone we love starts to lose skills and abilities they once had due to their age, it can be heart-breaking. It can be difficult to know how to talk to someone about hearing loss. Not many people like to admit that they are getting older and need help. Many of us fear losing our independence as we age. As with any change, coming to terms with hearing loss takes time, and for many, the first stage is denial. Studies have shown that when hearing loss is ignored, it can hasten cognitive decline. As hearing loss is usually gradual, most people don’t seek help until the problem is much worse. People typically begin experiencing hearing loss 7-10 years before they decide to check out the problem with an audiologist. If you know someone…
