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Published: 14-05-2013 18:28

Parents' perspective Below is a series of interviews with parents whose children failed the newborn hearing screening test. The interviews offer important insights into the parents' perspective, experiences, and needs when their child is first diagnosed with hearing loss. You can use these videos to reflect on the assistance you provide to parents in

Published: 30-04-2013 14:07

tool when working with tweens and teens. Developmental stages Developmental stages Learn how to use the My World Tool with children at different developmental stages. Bullying and children with hearing loss Bullying and children with hearing loss How hearing care professionals can be aware of bullying behavior and take action.

Published: 30-04-2013 13:52

different environments in the My World tool to talk with children about their hearing loss. You can use these videos to learn how to introduce the tool in the appointment and how to work with each of the three environments. You can also see how the hearing care professionals use the tool to help the children explore alternative communication strategies in specific [...] appropriately. Reflection As you watch the video, consider the following questions: Using the My World tool, what does Richard learn about Chloe's ability to hear different children's TV shows? How does the session enable Chloe to describe her hearing situation at home with her parents? How did the session help Chloe's parents learn how they can better

Published: 18-03-2013 12:40

of people over 65 years old are affected by a disabling hearing loss. Half of all cases of hearing loss can be prevented. Some strategies for prevention include: immunizing children, avoidance of ototoxic drugs, and reducing exposure to loud noises. Effects of Hearing Loss Hearing loss has high costs for both individuals and society at large. Hearing [...] especially among older people with hearing loss. Negative attitudes and stereotypes associated with hearing loss often prevent people from seeking solutions and taking action. Children who do not receive treatment for a hearing loss often experience delays in the development of communication skills. This can lead to reduced academic performance and affect [...] Notes A disabling hearing loss refers to hearing loss greater that 40dB in the better hearing ear in adults and a hearing loss greater than 30dB in the better hearing ear in children. Source: WHO Fact Sheet Number 300

Published: 04-03-2013 12:30

topic imaginable, from cybersecurity awareness and environmental issues to the impact of conflicts around the world. Potential impact An art contest is a fun way to expose children and young adults to the subjects of hearing and hearing loss. The contest has the potential to introduce parents to the importance of hearing health as students discuss the

Josh Flett, Univerity of Queensland Canada Debbie Davis, Eastside Audiology & Rehabilitation Inc Patricia Cameron, Hearing Institute Atlantic Anne-Marie Hurteau, Montreal Children's hospital Cypres Chryssoula Thodi, Cyprus Audiology Center/European University Cyprus Denmark Catherine (Rineke) Brouwer, University of South Denmark Germany Jürgen Böhler [...] Sumit Dhar, Northwestern University Janice Powis, All Ears Hearing Center Carissa Maatman Weiser, Dayton VA Medical Center Jonette Owen, Salus University Eileen Rall, The Children's Hosp of Philadelphia Kelly Tremblay, University of Washington Michelle Arnold, University of South Florida/James A. Haley VA

Published: 14-01-2013 15:34

Ideas for Schools Browse through the pool of ideas and find inspiration for school projects that can raise awareness of hearing loss. Changing the attitudes of children and young adults can help transform social norms for an entire generation. Implementing these ideas can help create a world where hearing loss is openly discussed among families and

Published: 14-01-2013 15:32

Ideas for Nonprofits Whether you work in the field of hearing loss or not, your organization can join this global movement to raise awareness of hearing loss and work to ensure that more people seek t

Published: 14-01-2013 14:21

hearing loss. Start small, but think big. Organizing events in your community can kick off a global movement to raise awareness of hearing loss. Awareness in Minutes Children's Book Children's Books Movies and TV Movies and TV Support Pins Support Pins Silent Places Blog Silent Places Blog Local Media Newspaper Article Online Videos Video Stories Awareness

experiences and insights in video clips and commentary throughout the Clinical Supervisor Kit’s three modules. In the Patient-Centered Care module, Audiologist Eileen Rall of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Salus University offers her perspective on the importance of ongoing training and support for clinical supervisors. A series of videos featuring [...] Callier Center for Communication Disorders; Andy Lau, Doctor of Audiology Extern, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center; Danielle Rocktaschel, Pediatric audiologist, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Sharon Sandridge, Director, Audiology Clinical Services, Cleveland Clinic; Paula Schauer, Audiologist and Clinical Supervisor and Instructor in