If left untreated, a hearing loss can have a very negative impact on a person’s life. It can have social, psychological and physical consequences. Hearing loss does not only affect the person who has the hearing loss, but also the people close to him / her. It can have a profound effect on the person’s work, personal relationship and self-esteem.
Social consequences
Difficulty interacting and communicating with strangers
Difficulty interacting with family and friends
Difficulty communicating with children
Lack of concentration
Isolation and withdrawal from social interactions
Difficulty communicating with work colleagues / in meetings
Reduced effectiveness in work environment
Reduced alertness which can cause risk to personal safety
Psychological consequences
Feeling of loneliness and isolation
Irritability, anger, negativity
Fatigue, tension, stress, depression
Insecurity
Self-criticism
Low self esteem
Feeling like a victim
Worry and frustration
Self-pity and feeling worthless
Physical consequences
Vertigo (dizziness, feeling off-balance)
Tiredness
Eating or sleeping problems
Headaches
Tense muscles
Tinnitus (buzzing or ringing sound in ear/s)
An untreated hearing loss can have a profound negative effect on a person’s quality of life. The sooner a hearing loss is identified and correctly treated, the less the effect of the hearing loss will be and the easier it will be for the person to adapt to the hearing loss. If you suspect you or your loved one might suffer from hearing loss, have your ears tested as soon as possible to make sure that you do not suffer negative consequences of an untreated hearing loss. Contact us for an appointment!