The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports, “Among adults aged 70 and older with hearing loss who could benefit from hearing aids, fewer than one in three (30 percent) has ever used them. Even fewer adults aged 20 to 69 (approximately 16 percent) who could benefit from wearing hearing aids have ever used them.”
The experts at Advanced Hearing believe that if those who experience untreated hearing loss knew what they were missing out on, they’d want to invest in a pair of hearing aids. Hearing aids work by amplifying sounds to a level the wearer can detect and improve communication and quality of life.
In this post, we discuss some of the sounds of autumn you may not even know you’re missing.
Crunching Leaves
When the leaves of the Georgia trees change colors during fall, it’s not just visually appealing; it also sounds delightful. Remember when you were a child and you’d hop from leaf to leaf in order to hear the satisfying crunch? This sound is no less enjoyable as an adult, but you may not realize you can’t hear it anymore.
Pitter Patter of Rain
Now that the dry season is just about over, rain storms will start rolling in. Consider how the pitter patter of raindrops on your window make you want to curl up with a good book and a soft blanket.
Whistle of Wind
When you go on walks at Atlanta parks, can you hear the soft whistle of the wind through the trees? You’ll be able to once you treat your hearing loss with hearing aids.
Crackle of Bonfires
Once the nights grow chilly, the warmth of a bonfire will sound very appealing. Not only is it mesmerizing to watch the flames, but also to listen to the crackle.
Halloween Delight
Do you have grandchildren who love dressing up for Halloween? You’ll want to be able to hear them whisper their costume ideas in your ears and their giggles when they come to your door to collect their candy. To learn more or to schedule an appointment with a hearing aid expert, call Advanced Hearing today.