11.4% of adults with hearing loss have reported moderate to severe depression
When left untreated, hearing loss can have a negative effect on your mental health. Losing your hearing ability can drastically impact the way you interact with others. It can also put you at a greater risk for developing mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression.
Untreated hearing loss can cause you to:
Frequently repeat yourself
Feel embarrassed of not hearing information
Avoid social gatherings
Spend less time with family and friends
Hearing Aids Can Help
If you are experiencing negative feelings due to hearing loss, there is a solution. Hearing aids can give you the confidence to rejoin the conversation and interact with your loved ones again.
Call a hearing health professional today to schedule your appointment for a hearing screening and to learn more about the connection between hearing loss and mental health.
Try an Online Hearing Screener to Get Started
https://www.rhsc.org/hearing-screener