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By the time Shahrzad Cohen cut the ribbon and formally opened her audiology clinic in 2013, there was a long trail of dramatic events tracing her path to that moment. Some were planned; many were not.

My hearing aids were shorting out. The issue was accompanied by a popping sensation in my ears — like when you change altitude in a plane. I assumed I had allergies or a cold, but when this happened r

Published: 30-07-2019 17:20

How to facilitate Group AR sessions A facilitator’s role is to plan and prepare for each session, set ground rules, encourage group members to contribute, and occasionally offer expert knowledge as a

Published: 30-07-2019 16:49

Group Aural Rehabilitation session seven The goal of this session is to discuss the importance of self advocacy, tips for traveling, and preparing for emergencies. Agenda Follow up on topics and quest

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Group Aural Rehabilitation session six This session focuses on hearing assistive technology (HAT) beyond hearing aids and cochlear implants. Agenda Review from last session: Relaxation techniques Intr

Published: 30-07-2019 16:15

Group Aural Rehabilitation session five In this session we aim to get group members talking about emotions brought out by hearing loss, their experiences of stigma,, and discuss stress reduction techn

Published: 26-07-2019 17:11

Group Aural Rehabilitation session four The goal of this session is to introduce the group to two practical techniques that will help them improve their communication. Agenda Follow-up on last session

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Group Aural Rehabilitation session three This session focuses on anticipatory communication strategies. You and your group members will discuss how preparing ahead, using reminders, and avoiding negat

Published: 26-07-2019 16:46

Group Aural Rehabilitation session two The main goal of this session is to familiarize participants with communication strategies that they can use with communication partners such as family, friends,

Published: 26-07-2019 15:59

Group Aural Rehabilitation session one The primary goal for this session is to enable the group to express their life experiences with hearing loss and to recognize the sources of their communication