Wellness Archives | Hearing Like Me

November 12, 2021

Published by melaniejayneashford at November 12, 2021

Do’s and don’ts for medical practitioners of deaf patients

I started wearing hearing aids in my mid-20’s. I’ve often struggled with the simplest of things like seeking medical care. You’d think healthcare providers would be more supportive, or at […]

August 11, 2021

Published by Kayla DeGuire at August 11, 2021

Why we need deaf peer support in our communities

Peer Support Specialists are making a significant impact in mental health recovery, yet there is a limited number of deaf peer support in the U.S.

May 21, 2021

Published by melaniejayneashford at May 21, 2021

Managing hearing loss and mental health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. To bring awareness to this issue, we’re addressing the research behind hearing loss and mental health. As someone with bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, depression, […]

January 4, 2021

Published by Jacqueline Drexler at January 4, 2021

What is Musical Ear Syndrome?

Imagine having a song stuck in your head, but worse. That will give you a sense of what Musical Ear Syndrome is like.

December 2, 2020

Published by Lisa A. Goldstein at December 2, 2020

Healthcare providers and accessible communication

When it comes to healthcare providers and accessible communication, there’s no consistency. Email or a patient portal should be the standard for all patients, but this isn’t always the case. […]

November 25, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at November 25, 2020

How opioid use can affect hearing loss

News surrounding the growing opioid epidemic has dominated many headlines. However, opioid-associated ototoxicity is a component few have covered. Opioid-associated ototoxicity is hearing loss associated with misuse of opioids. In […]

September 18, 2020

Published by Isabella Candanosa at September 18, 2020

Maintaining social life during the pandemic with hearing loss

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, most people have found ways to adapt to the new situation. Now that social distance is necessary, socializing with hearing loss comes with different barriers and […]

July 15, 2020

deaf friendly alcoholic anonymous meetings

Published by Kayla DeGuire at July 15, 2020

Why there should be more deaf friendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings

I needed support from Alcoholics Anonymous back in 2010. When I went to meetings, I could not hear well. I did not have hearing aids nor did I know sign […]

July 3, 2020

Published by Beth Leipholtz at July 3, 2020

Explaining my son’s diagnosis: Waardenburg Syndrome and Hearing Loss

Before our son Cooper was born, we didn't know anything about Waardenburg Syndrome and hearing loss. Our first diagnosis was actually on social media.

June 30, 2020

Published by Ashley McGoey at June 30, 2020

Tips for running with hearing aids

Do I run with my hearing aids or not? As I began training for a marathon, I found the best tips and tricks for running with hearing aids.

June 8, 2020

Published by PR Hilton at June 8, 2020

Hearing loss can be stressful. Here’s how to manage it

Having hearing loss can be stressful. Here are some helpful tips for managing hearing loss and stress to get back to enjoying life.

May 6, 2020

Published by Sofia Sans at May 6, 2020

How I’ve learned to live with Meniere’s Disease

Living with Meniere's Disease hasn't been easy but I've come a long way. Read on to learn about my journey, what this condition is, and how I've coped.

March 12, 2020

Published by Kirsten Brackett at March 12, 2020

What is noise pollution?

Have you ever noticed all the sounds that you continuously hear throughout your day? Those sounds are noise pollution and can affect your hearing.

January 28, 2020

Published by Editorial Staff at January 28, 2020

Your hearing health care team

Meet the professionals that make up your hearing health care team.

October 4, 2019

Published by Heather Vuchinich at October 4, 2019

How to create a holistic hearing loss health plan

Heather Vuchinich is a writer, astrologer and herbalist with more than 25 years experience in holistic healing. She has been certified as a Master Astrologer by Steven Forrest and has […]

September 30, 2019

Published by Heather Vuchinich at September 30, 2019

Can herbs help with hearing loss?

I've compiled a list of of my favorite herbs for hearing loss. These plants can heal and soothe a variety of conditions related to hearing loss.

September 19, 2019

Published by Stu Nunnery at September 19, 2019

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 10, 2019

Published by Ashley McGoey at September 10, 2019

How my mom dealt with acoustic neuroma and hearing loss

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), “About two to three of every 1,000 children in the United States are born with a detectable level […]

August 9, 2019

Published by Aatish Patel at August 9, 2019

Tips For Exercising at the Gym with Hearing Loss

Exercising at the gym with hearing loss can pose several challenges. Whether it is being unable to talk to somebody over the blaring music to asking “What?” every time the […]

July 26, 2019

Published by Kayla DeGuire at July 26, 2019

Finding Community in the Deaf/deaf World

The more and varied challenges a person experiences in life, the harder it can be to feel understood. This is the case for so many deaf and hard of hearing […]

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