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The CDC reports that roughly one to three of every 1,000 babies<\/a> is born with hearing loss<\/a>. If you have a child in your life who experiences hearing loss, the following tips can help improve your communication with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a Good Listening Environment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Create a good listening environment at home by adding carpets, curtains and artwork. Closing doors and windows can also help your child hear better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can create a good listening environment at school by seating the child close to the teacher, if that is what they prefer, with the good ear facing them. You can also add rugs, acoustic ceiling tiles, bulletin boards and felt artwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Help Them Pay Attention & Understand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can help the child pay attention and understand by talking into their good ear if they have one, getting their attention before speaking by calling their name or touching their shoulder, moving them away from noisy appliances before starting to speak with them, rephrasing rather than repeating when they do not understand, and chunking instructions into short pieces and conveying only the important parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use Visual Cues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Visual cues are key when it comes to communicating with a child who has hearing loss<\/a>. Be sure to face the child directly, keep objects away from your face and mouth and provide adequate lighting. At school, teachers can use visuals such as written classroom expectations, vocabulary words, instructions and visual demonstrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch for Signs of Frustration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Try to not let the child get frustrated when communicating, whether with you or with peers at Highland Park baseball<\/a> Encourage them to speak up when they cannot hear or understand, and be patient when waiting for them to give responses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re a parent, consider investing in hearing aids for your child. According to one study<\/a>, \u201cConsistent use of hearing aids was the only variable that exhibited a strong relationship with hearing and language skills.\u201d This is why it\u2019s important to seek treatment for hearing loss early from an expert audiologist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call North Shore Audio-Vestibular Lab<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n