Helpful tips
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1. Start Slowly –
Begin by using your new hearing
aid a few hours a day while you are alone. If you
are not used to wearing a hearing aid, you will
probably notice many sounds you have not heard in
a while. Crackling paper, may be surprisingly loud.
Other sounds like the refrigerator or air conditioner
may feel uncomfortable. With time you should be
able to focus on the sounds you want to hear.
Hearing aids will not restore your old hearing, but
with time and practice, they can help.
2. Read Out Loud –
Your own voice will sound different to you. Try reading out
loud for 15 minutes a day to get used to the sound of your own voice.
3. Practice Listening to One Voice –
Start in a quiet environment listening to the
radio or your favorite TV show. Then practice listening with one friend or family
member at a time.
4. Listen and Talk in Small Groups –
Next try talking with a small group of
friends or family members in a quiet setting. Crowded places such as restaurants
or churches are likely to have more background noise that can interfere with your
understanding. Remember, it is difficult for most people to understand in these
situations. So, be patient and keep practicing. Your understanding should
improve with time.
