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1- Be
patient: Hearing loss is as frustrating
for the person with hearing loss as it is for those
who are trying to communicate with him or her.
2-
Accept reality: In most cases, the
hearing loss isn’t going away. It will require
changes in how communication takes place.
3-Speak slower: How fast a person talks will
have more impact on understanding than the loudness
of the voice.
4-Don’t Shout: It doesn’t help, and may make it
worse to shout, particularly if your loved one wears
hearing aids. Learn to speak distinctly.
5-Don’t Fight background noise: If you
decrease the competing noise, communication will be
better.
6-Face the person: Never talk with your
back to people with hearing loss. Facing the person
not only helps with visual cues but also because the
sound is directed toward them.
7-Don’t walk away: Don’t start talking and
then walk away. The person will only hear the first
part when you are facing him or her.
8-Get
the person’s attention before you start talking:
Say their name or tap them on the shoulder to get
their attention.
9-Don’t get angry with the person with a hearing
loss: It is not always his/her fault. You
may need to repeat yourself.
10-Be
supportive: Find ways to help your loved
one. Encourage them to seek professional help if
there are problems or questions. |
