I love sound. The wind whistling in the leaves, the ocean crashing on the beach, the birds singing in the trees, or even the buzz of New York City traffic. At the right time and in reasonable amounts, each murmur, hum, or note provides a soothing backdrop to my life. The soundtrack orients me. It Continue reading The post Reflections on My Day without Hearing Devices appeared first on Living With Hearing Loss .

No actionable clinical change; however, this first-person account may be useful as patient education material to illustrate hearing aid benefit and encourage consistent use.

First-person accounts of life without amplification can be powerful tools for counseling patients who are reluctant to adopt or consistently wear hearing aids.

1. 01Author documents the emotional and sensory challenges of going device-free for one full day.
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