Are you wondering about your hearing? Do you ever think "I can hear others, but I can't understand what they said" ? Do you ever refrain from social interaction and group involvement because it's difficult to understand and participate in conversations? It may be time to have your hearing assessed by a professional.

For individuals who rely on verbal/auditory form of communication, hearing is vital. Untreated hearing loss is associated with a high risk of cognitive decline and communication impairment. Treating hearing loss appropriately has one of the largest impacts of mitigating cognitive decline compared to other associated co-morbidities. Research shows that hearing loss also contributes to social isolation and depression.  

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Therefore, Pathways Speech Therapy offers hearing screenings to those who are interested and at risk. Hearing screenings starting in middle life are recommended and important. They only take a few minutes and can determine if a referral to an audiologist is warranted.