How to Identify Signs of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss occurs with people of all ages, including children. However, older adults are more likely to experience hearing loss as hearing deteriorates as we age. When hearing loss occurs, there are ways we can identify the signs, such as:
Hearing Loss Signs in Children
- Sometimes the child will ignore people who talk to them. It is not intentional.
- They are learning to talk slowly, or
- They are not clear when they speak
- They don’t respond when called by their name
- They talk loudly
- They ask you to repeat yourself h
- They respond inappropriately to questions asked
- They turn the TV volume very high
Hearing Loss Signs in Babies
- They are not startled by loud noises
- They listen to sounds that other people don't hear
- They only notice you when they see you, not when you call them or speak to them
- By the age of four months, they don't turn towards voices
- By the period of 15 months, they have not started to say any recognisable words
Hearing Loss Signs in One Ear
- Sounds have generally become softer or quieter
- Your hearing seems to be coming from one side
- You find it difficult to identify where sound is coming from
- You can’t tell sounds apart
- You experience difficulty hearing in noisy places or distance
General Signs of Hearing Loss
- Hearing other people is difficult, especially in noisy environments. In addition, other people's speeches are not clear, and you misunderstand what they are saying
- You ask people to repeat themselves
- Your music or TV volume is always higher than other people's
- Communicating on the phone is becoming difficult
- You can’t keep up with conversations as you are straining to hear
- You feel exhausted and stressed from trying to concentrate while listening
If you notice signs of hearing loss in yourself or your child, visit your nearest Attune hearing clinic for a hearing test. We also offer custom earplugs to protect you from developing hearing loss. Visit our website or contact us to book a hearing test.