{"id":11146,"date":"2024-12-20T15:29:08","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T23:29:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/househearing.com\/?p=11146"},"modified":"2024-12-20T15:29:47","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T23:29:47","slug":"how-to-avoid-social-isolation-when-you-have-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/househearing.com\/how-to-avoid-social-isolation-when-you-have-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid Social Isolation When You Have Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s extremely common for people with untreated hearing loss to experience feelings of loneliness. Unfortunately, when you feel this way, it can, in turn, cause you to withdraw socially from people and activities you once loved. Social isolation is a well-known risk factor for depression and even dementia, which is why it\u2019s important to do what you can to combat it. We review tips for this below.<\/p>\n\n\n

Reach out to Loved Ones<\/h2>\n\n\n

Your friends and family care about your well-being, and they want to be there for you if you\u2019re struggling. However, they may not know you\u2019re having a hard time with feelings of loneliness and social isolation unless you communicate this to them. Try inviting a loved one or two over to your home where it\u2019s quiet and talk to them about the challenges you face with your hearing loss. Let them know how they can best support you.<\/p>\n\n\n

Use Communication Strategies\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re talking to a close loved one or a casual acquaintance, you can try the following communication strategies. Don\u2019t be afraid to speak up about what accommodations would be helpful for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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