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Understanding Misophonia
Misophonia is an anxiety disorder found most often in female children, where people experience disgust and intense anger when they hear certain sounds. This article reviews the cause and ongoing research.
The Problems With People 'Hearing for the First Time' Videos
Why so called “inspirational” videos about people hearing for the first time with cochlear implants (CIs) or assistive listening devices do not tell the true story of deaf people’s experiences. They can be misleading and do not accurately reflect what cochlear implants or hearing aids actually do.
Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Causes, Problems, and Brain Training
Sensorineural hearing loss is the most common type of hearing impairment. Ways to deal with the condition exist. One type of brain-training game may be helpful.
Stressful Life Issues Only People With Sensitive Hearing Can Relate To
A poignant and humorous glimpse into what life is like with better-than-excellent hearing.
Hearing Loss Facts and the Possibility of Stem Cell Therapy
A common cause of hearing loss is damage to the hair cells in the cochlea of the ear. Researchers hope to one day use stem cell therapy to make new hair cells.
An Overview of Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL)
Sensorineural hearing loss can be congenital or can come on suddenly without warning. Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
8 Signs a Hearing Test Is Needed
Twelve common signs that a person may have undetected hearing loss.
Hearing Loss: Helpful Alternatives to Hearing Aids
Hearing aids are not the only options to help you understand speech today. There are a wide variety of apps and gadgets to help you out!
Tinnitus Survey Results: 15 Things That May Cause Tinnitus
This is an analysis of a survey conducted with tinnitus sufferers to determine possible causes of this condition that causes ringing in the ears.
Common Myths About Sign Language
Many people are fascinated by sign language but don't understand much about it. Here are some common myths and misconceptions about signing.
10 Myths and Misconceptions About Deaf People
In spite of more exposure to deaf people in the media, certain myths prevail about this unique and diverse community.
The Controversy About Deaf Children Learning Sign Language
Should deaf children learn sign language? An examination of conflicting opinions on this controversial subject.
The Characteristics of Deaf Culture
Some people with profound hearing loss identify themselves as a part of a deaf community with a unique language and culture.
How I Learned to Live With My Tinnitus (Ringing in the Ears)
This is a review of my experience with Tinnitus. I include information from my research and how I'm dealing with it.
How Does the Cochlea Work to Let Us Hear?
The cochlea is located in the inner ear and is the main hearing organ. Outer and inner hair cells detect and transmit information about sound volume and frequency to the auditory nerve.
Hearing Loss and the Courtroom
Not sure how to handle jury duty with your hearing loss? You should know that the law protects your equal rights to serve on a jury.
The Best Hearing Loss Simulations: Understanding Audiograms and the Impact of the Speech Banana
Hearing loss simulations are very useful for educating parents, teachers, and friends about what a hearing loss "sounds" like. This article also explains the different levels of hearing loss.
Water Sports With Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants
Accessories and methods to improve the water-resistance of hearing aids and cochlear implants.
Assistive Technology Devices for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired
Various assistive technology and devices are available to the deaf and hearing impaired. This article lists a few of the auditory and non-auditory devices available to improve communication in the lives of the deaf and the hard of hearing.