Hearing Matters

Hearing challenges don’t just affect hearing—they impact the dynamics of communication and everyday interactions for both parties: you and your communication partner.

The good news? There are many strategies that can help. Hearing devices are one tool — learning to advocate for yourself is another, and both matter.

Support, understanding, and the right tools can make a real difference.

You deserve to stay connected to what matters most. 💛💚

This article from The Hearing Journal discusses the topic and offers the writer's perspective as a hearing device user. The article argues that hearing care must shift away from concealment-driven marketing toward empowerment, informed choice, and holistic support. Visibility should be determined by the wearer, not by societal discomfort. Normalising hearing aids, in all their forms, is essential to improving uptake, outcomes, and quality of life for people with hearing loss.

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Scherbichler, Carmen BA. Hearing Aids Aren’t Invisible, and They Shouldn’t Be. The Hearing Journal 78(12):p 4-6, December 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/01.HJ.0001175640.21896.da