{"id":1811,"date":"2023-11-03T19:22:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-03T19:22:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nalent.com\/?p=1811"},"modified":"2023-11-03T19:22:35","modified_gmt":"2023-11-03T19:22:35","slug":"helping-your-child-adjust-to-hearing-aids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nalent.com\/helping-your-child-adjust-to-hearing-aids\/","title":{"rendered":"Helping Your Child Adjust to Hearing Aids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Approximately 14.9% of children ages six to 19 have low- or high-frequency hearing loss of at least 16 decibels<\/a>. One of the best options for treating that loss is with hearing aids. Unfortunately, as any parent knows, getting your child to try something new can be challenging, even if it helps them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To avoid an eat-your-brussels-sprouts-style fiasco, check out our tips to help your child acclimate to their new life with hearing aids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encourage Your Child to Get Involved<\/h2>\n\n\n
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One factor in getting hearing aids that may upset your child is their lack of choice. Allowing your child to participate in the hearing aid selection process<\/a> will give them a sense of ownership and control over their hearing treatment journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discuss the Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hearing aids can take some time to get used to. Your child may find the devices uncomfortable or annoying at first. They may even refuse to wear them. If this is the case, try sitting them down to discuss the benefits of wearing their devices. A few key points to discuss include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n