April 19, 2021
Deaf identity

TL Forsberg forges her own Deaf identity

Creative dynamo TL Forsberg rejects existing labels and has created her own. Her work advocates for and illustrates this binary Deaf identity.
March 1, 2021
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Angel Theory talks about being a hard of hearing actor

Angel Theory, a hard of hearing actor, dancer, and choreographer, was on AMC’s “The Walking Dead.” She now stars in Facebook Watch’s “Kinderfinger.” The Washington Post recently interviewed her about her […]
December 4, 2020

Disney+ to launch new series with deaf superhero

Disney+ has announced a new series based on the Marvel Comics character, Hawkeye, who is a deaf superhero and will wear hearing aids.
November 30, 2020
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Accessibility and visibility for people with disabilities in Hollywood

Recently, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced a new initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in motion pictures. Its intention is to expand opportunities for, among […]
November 6, 2020
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Did AC/DC’s Brian Johnson really overcome his hearing loss?

English Rock musician Brian Johnson of AC/DC claims he has overcome his hearing loss.  In an interview with Rolling Stone, Johnson said he found a specialist willing to try an […]
September 21, 2020
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Oscars To Reflect More Diversity and Inclusion

Actors who are deaf and hard of hearing often get left out of the Oscars. Now, the Academy Awards aims to make films more accessible.
September 4, 2020
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Zoe Nutt, a musician with hearing loss, releases new album “How Does It Feel”

Zoe Nutt, a musican with hearing loss, released her latest album "How Does It Feel" and shared her hearing loss journey with HearingLikeMe.
June 2, 2020
Causes of Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL)

Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Causes, diagnosis and treatment

When Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL) strikes, it’s a medical emergency that needs immediate attention. SSHL is when you suddenly lose hearing.
March 30, 2020
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Why it’s important to negotiate with your hearing partner

Are you someone with hearing loss and in a “mixed marriage” with a full hearing partner or spouse? As we all know, learning how to communicate successfully through interpersonal challenges […]
January 15, 2020
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How Writing Changed My Perspective on Hearing Loss

Losing my hearing as an adult felt like a crisis. It wasn't until I started writing that my perspective on hearing loss changed.
January 9, 2020
deaf story

How to tell your deaf story for the world to see and hear

Everyone with a hearing loss has a tale to tell. Telling your deaf story to others in a public way isHave you ever been told to do so?
November 27, 2019
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5 tips for communicating at Thanksgiving with hearing loss

Holiday celebrations bring a unique set of challenges for people with hearing loss. Communicating at Thanksgiving is made easier with some tips.
October 23, 2019
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How I found inspiration after hearing loss to play music again

Stu Nunnery writes about finding inspiration after hearing loss. For him, it's all about the music. It inspired him before, so how did he get it back?
September 19, 2019
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What I’ve learned from living with hearing loss for 40 years

What do you have to look forward to with a hearing loss? Here are five things I've learned from living with hearing loss for 40 years.
September 21, 2017
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A Tragic Turn To Music Success: Q&A with musician Sam Baker

Despite his history and challenges, Sam Baker has gone on to music success. We had the opportunity to talk to him about his journey.
July 10, 2017
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These are the people who really allowed me to ‘hear’

As I consider the people who have made a positive impact on my life and enabled me to live more fully with hearing loss, I realize that that list is […]
May 24, 2017
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7 Night-Time Necessities for the Hard-of-Hearing

Most hearing professionals agree it’s a good idea to take your hearing aid out at night. This is for many reasons – it could come out while you are sleeping […]
March 23, 2017
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How hearing rehabilitation can help deaf musicians

Hearing loss is an especially unique and tragic experience for any musician. Here are some tips for hearing rehabilitation for musicians.
January 4, 2017

Playing Classical Guitar after Hearing Loss: Q&A with Charles Mokotoff

Are you a musician who lost your hearing? If you are, you surely are not alone. I first met Charles Mokotoff, a professional classical guitarist, through the Association of Adult […]
December 27, 2016
Tips to Music after Hearing Loss

How to Enjoy Music after Hearing Loss

Does hearing loss affect how we enjoy music? If so, is it possible to regain our enjoyment of music even after hearing loss? Many of us with hearing loss have […]