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December 16, 2016

Published by Eloise Garland at December 16, 2016

5 Perfect Gifts for Deaf Teens

As Christmas quickly approaches, it can be difficult to know what to gift a deaf or hard of hearing teenager.

December 15, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at December 15, 2016

What is it like to be a deaf teen?

Ellie walks us through a typical day and shares the challenges, perks and communication preferences for a deaf teenager.

December 1, 2016

Published by daysiadoug at December 1, 2016

3 (More) Tips for Communicating with Teachers as a Deaf Teen

Being a deaf student in high school can be frustrating. If you’re lucky, you’ll have teachers who understand your needs. But sometimes, you may encounter teachers who don’t have patience for […]

November 30, 2016

tips to pass your driving test with hearing loss

Published by Ellie Parfitt at November 30, 2016

5 Tips for Passing a Driving Test with Hearing Loss

Can D/deaf people drive? There’s this myth that having the ability to hear plays a role in one’s ability to drive. Back in April, I posted a blog about learning […]

November 24, 2016

Published by Mat Gilbert at November 24, 2016

Teen Life: My Family has Hearing Loss… but I don’t

What is life like for a normal hearing teenager to grow up in a family with deaf and hard of hearing members? Anna shares her experiences.

November 17, 2016

Published by daysiadoug at November 17, 2016

Living with Hearing Loss: A letter to my teenage self

A letter to my younger teen self, a shy deaf girl, and the challenges I overcame over the years. Universal advice for all deaf and hard of hearing teens.

November 14, 2016

Published by Jaime Del Pizzo at November 14, 2016

Growing up with Hearing Loss: How I Gained Confidence to be Myself

When I meet a new person, they often have lots of questions about my hearing loss. Did you go to a deaf school? Wow, you speak so well for someone who […]

September 20, 2016

Study: College students displaying signs of "hidden hidden hearing loss"

Published by Angie Aspinall at September 20, 2016

Study: College students displaying signs of “hidden hearing loss”

A study links noise exposure in young adults and difficulty understanding speech in noisy environments.

September 14, 2016

Published by daysiadoug at September 14, 2016

3 Tips for Talking to Teachers as a Deaf Teen

High school can be overwhelming as a deaf teenager. It's important to communicate your needs and to feel confident. Here are three tips for communicating with teachers as a deaf teen

September 7, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at September 7, 2016

Tips for going Back to School with Hearing Loss

A new school year can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming, especially for deaf students.

September 1, 2016

Deaf person facing discrimination in the classroom

Published by Ellie Parfitt at September 1, 2016

My teacher told me I shouldn’t… because I am deaf

Discrimination is quite an upsetting and outdated reality in our society. Deaf people around the world face discrimination on a daily basis, even with Equality laws in place. I’ve seen […]

July 28, 2016

Published by Jill von Büren at July 28, 2016

Study: Risky listening habits causing tinnitus in teens

An alarming number of young people are experiencing tinnitus from being exposed to loud music.

July 26, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at July 26, 2016

Top 5 date spots for couples with hearing loss

If your partner has hearing loss, it's important that when choosing somewhere to go on a date, each person is comfortable in the location.

July 1, 2016

Published by Editorial Staff at July 1, 2016

Studying with Hearing Loss: My tips and experiences as a university student

I’m like most young people. I enjoy meeting new people, travelling and seeing the world, working out, spending time with my friends, learning new things, developing and dreaming of the […]

April 15, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at April 15, 2016

How I’m learning to drive despite my hearing loss

Can a driver with hearing loss hear another car’s honking? What about ambulance sirens? Does the noise of the car make it even more difficult for a deaf driver to hear their passengers?

March 24, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at March 24, 2016

How my hearing loss affects my family dynamic

Every family is different, and mine is certainly unique. I love them to bits, but there’s always time where my hearing loss interferes and affects our family dynamic. Sibling Rivalries […]

March 3, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at March 3, 2016

Childhood Hearing Loss: A conversation with my parents

Today is World Hearing Day and this year’s topic is Childhood Hearing Loss. Thirty-two million children around the world live with disabling hearing loss, according to the World Health Organization. While I was […]

February 19, 2016

Published by Ellie Parfitt at February 19, 2016

Listening to music with hearing aids (or, why I choose Adele over TSwift)

A common misconception for people with hearing loss is that we can’t hear music. Being a deaf teenager – I love my music! In fact, most of my deaf friends […]

November 23, 2015

Published by Ellie Parfitt at November 23, 2015

Confessions of a teenage deaf lifeguard

Lifeguarding requires patience, attentiveness, responsibility and (most importantly) the ability to jump into the water at any given moment. That’s why for me, as a hearing aid wearer and person […]

November 17, 2015

Published by Ellie Parfitt at November 17, 2015

Deafie Blogger joins Open Ears

Hi there, let me introduce myself. My name is Ellen, but my friends call me Ellie. I live in Norfolk, UK. Some of you may know me as Deafie Blogger. […]

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