| 1. |
Distance |
Get closer to the talker both in individual and
group/audience situations.
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| 2. |
The Better Ear |
If you hear better in one ear, or if you wear only one
hearing aid, direct your better/aided ear toward the speaker.
When several people are talking, direct your better/aided ear to the
speaker of the greatest interest.
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| 3. |
Noise |
Keep away from noise sources as much as possible when
trying to listen. Noise sources include: fans, vents,
motors, open windows, TVs, radios, dishwashers, etc. If noises
can't be avoided, reduce them as much as possible. Turn down
the TV or radio before engaging in conversation. The quieter
the environment, the better the communication.
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| 4. |
Watch Faces |
Arrange your position so you can see the speaker's
face and so the light is on the speaker's face rather than in your
eyes.
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| 5. |
Tell People About Your Hearing Loss |
If they know about the loss and the limitations of
your hearing aid(s), they may be asked reasonably to speak more
slowly and distinctly or to provide necessary repetition.
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| 6. |
Context |
Use your knowledge of language and situations to help
you deduce what is being said without having to hear every word and
sound. Focus on the main idea and concept rather than isolated
words.
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| 7. |
Realistic Expectations |
Know the limits of what you can hear in situations
normally encountered. You must work harder than a normal
hearing listener to take part in conversation. When you are
tired or ill, you will not perform as well as when you are well
rested.
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| 8. |
Relax! |
You communicate better when you are not tense. |
