Four Habits that Harm Your Hearing
Hearing loss is common, affecting approximately 15% of American adults. While some causes of hearing loss, like old age, can’t be prevented, in many cases, our habits can help or harm our hearing health. Below we review four habits to kick in order to preserve your hearing. 1. Smoking Smoking is linked to a number…
How Fluctuating Hearing Loss Can Affect Language Development
The term “fluctuating hearing loss” refers to hearing loss that frequently changes. It is often associated with a feeling of fullness in the ear as well as tinnitus. In this article we review the causes of fluctuating hearing loss, its effect on speech and language development, its social-emotional impact and the importance of seeking treatment….