{"id":1633,"date":"2022-11-03T19:49:54","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T00:49:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/?p=1633"},"modified":"2022-11-03T19:49:55","modified_gmt":"2022-11-04T00:49:55","slug":"three-ways-to-make-the-most-of-holiday-gatherings-with-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/three-ways-to-make-the-most-of-holiday-gatherings-with-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Ways To Make the Most of Holiday Gatherings With Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hard as it is to believe, the holidays are right around the corner, and that means a lot of big, festive gatherings. While it\u2019s undoubtedly a joyous time, it can also be quite stressful, especially if you have hearing loss.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are worried about how hearing loss might impact your holidays, know that you aren\u2019t alone. Data tells us that approximately 15% of American adults aged 18 and older report some trouble hearing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, there are ways to make holiday gatherings an easier listening experience for those who struggle to hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wear Your Hearing Aids During Holiday Gatherings <\/h2>\n\n\n
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Hearing aids<\/a> help you hear in every environment, including at large gatherings. If you have hearing aids, wearing them during any holiday events will ensure a better listening experience. In fact, if you have hearing aids, you should be wearing them consistently during all waking hours unless your device might get wet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only do hearing aids amplify sounds, but many also have features like directional microphones or settings that reduce background noise \u2014 both of which can help you focus on conversations during holiday functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practice Good Communication Strategies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even with hearing aids, it can still be helpful to utilize better communication strategies to improve your hearing abilities. These may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n