{"id":540,"date":"2018-11-21T10:29:20","date_gmt":"2018-11-21T18:29:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fueldev.site\/~oregonen\/communication-strategies\/"},"modified":"2020-11-30T16:24:55","modified_gmt":"2020-12-01T00:24:55","slug":"communication-strategies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/audiology\/hearing-loss\/communication-strategies\/","title":{"rendered":"Communication Strategies"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Communicating with a\r\nperson who has a hearing loss can be stressful for both parties. Even when\r\nhearing devices are used, proper communication strategies are essential for\r\nmaximizing the experience. Try the following tips when communicating with a\r\nhearing impaired individual. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul><li>Maintain eye contact with the hearing\r\nimpaired individual, facing them directly. Do not attempt to hold a\r\nconversation from another room; visual cues are an important component of\r\nsuccessful communication.<\/li><li>Make sure you have the person\u2019s attention\r\nbefore beginning a conversation. It helps to state their name so they are aware\r\nyou are addressing them, and can focus on your words.<\/li><li>Speak slowly and concisely. Resist the\r\ntemptation to shout, which can lead to distorted speech and make your words\r\nmore difficult to understand. Pause between sentences to ensure what you are\r\nsaying is understood. <\/li><li>Do not cover your face with your hands or\r\nother objects. Individuals with hearing loss rely on visual cues to help follow\r\nthe conversation, and sometimes find lip reading helpful. Avoid eating and\r\ndrinking while conversing, as well. <\/li><li>Try to find a quiet area free of background\r\nnoise. This can be distracting and cause the hearing impaired individual to\r\nmiss out on much of what you are saying. <\/li><li>Repeat yourself if necessary. Try using a\r\ndifferent word or rephrasing your sentence if it is too confusing. Refrain from\r\ncomplex words and phrases. <\/li><li>Supplement your conversation by writing down\r\nimportant information. This might include jotting down the topic you will be\r\ndiscussing beforehand. <\/li><li>Pay attention to the listener. If they look\r\nconfused, offer to clarify what you have just said. <\/li><li>Remember, communication is a two-way street.\r\nGive the other person a chance to speak, and do not interrupt. <\/li><\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/adult-beard-beverage-590516-2048x1449.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-895\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/adult-beard-beverage-590516.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/oregonent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/adult-beard-beverage-590516-768x543.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Call <span class=\"company-name \">Oregon Ear, Nose &amp; Throat Center<\/span> at <a href=\"tel:+15417797331\" class=\"phone \"> <span class=\"phNum\">(541) 779-7331<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Communicating with a person who has a hearing loss can be stressful for both parties. Even when hearing devices are used, proper communication strategies are essential for maximizing the experience. Try the following tips when communicating with a hearing impaired individual. Maintain eye contact with the hearing impaired individual, facing them directly. 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