{"id":5283,"date":"2024-07-19T09:38:19","date_gmt":"2024-07-19T16:38:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nesilv.com\/?p=5283"},"modified":"2024-07-19T09:38:20","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T16:38:20","slug":"a-guide-to-embracing-your-hearing-loss-diagnosis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nesilv.com\/a-guide-to-embracing-your-hearing-loss-diagnosis\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Embracing Your Hearing Loss Diagnosis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

An estimated 10% of people in the United States<\/a> experience hearing loss. If you have just been officially diagnosed with hearing loss<\/a>, it’s natural to feel the urge to ignore or dismiss the condition and your feelings about how it will affect your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s take a look at a few tips to help you come to terms with your hearing loss and approach your treatment confidently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Embrace Your Emotions<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Even if you have been living with hearing loss for some time, it\u2019s normal to feel a wash of emotions after a diagnosis. Whether you feel sad, confused, angry or relieved, give yourself time to sort through and embrace these emotions without judgment. Accepting your feelings is the first step towards managing your hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tell Your Friends and Family<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Talking about your diagnosis with trusted friends or family can help you embrace your hearing loss. Discuss your emotions, good and bad, and any accommodations you need. A few ways your loved ones can pave the way for more accessible communication include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n