{"id":1924,"date":"2021-11-23T19:35:52","date_gmt":"2021-11-24T00:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chelmsfordhearinggroup.com\/?p=1924"},"modified":"2021-11-23T19:35:55","modified_gmt":"2021-11-24T00:35:55","slug":"in-one-ear-and-out-the-other-how-hearing-loss-can-affect-memory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/in-one-ear-and-out-the-other-how-hearing-loss-can-affect-memory\/","title":{"rendered":"In One Ear and Out the Other: How Hearing Loss Can Affect Memory"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hearing loss makes it hard to connect with the world around you. While it often starts gradually, if you experience hearing loss, you may notice some of these common signs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Family or friends have remarked on your hearing.<\/li><li>It seems like people mumble a lot, or you need them to repeat themselves often.<\/li><li>You have trouble following conversations in groups, especially with background noise like when you\u2019re out to dinner at <a href=\"https:\/\/fishbonesofchelmsford.com\/wp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fish Bones.<\/a><\/li><li>Telephone conversations are difficult to follow.<\/li><li>Others comment on the volume when you listen to the TV or music.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have hearing loss, you may have also noticed that you are struggling to remember things more. This can be an alarming and frustrating side effect. You may start to wonder if your memory loss is a sign of something more serious, like dementia. While <a href=\"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/hearing-loss\/hearing-loss-cognitive-decline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">untreated hearing loss can put you at a greater risk for dementia,<\/a> it\u2019s more likely that hearing loss is making it difficult for your brain to retain information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does Hearing Loss Affect Memory? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1283630223-1280x768.jpg\" alt=\"Man drinking coffee and looking thoughtfully out his window.\" class=\"wp-image-1926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1283630223-1280x768.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1283630223-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1283630223-1536x922.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/iStock-1283630223-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Studies have shown that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-021-88487-y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing loss is associated with memory loss<\/a>. There are a few reasons as to why this is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>People with hearing loss must concentrate much harder to recognize sounds. In situations where there is background noise or where people are talking all at once, it becomes even harder. The energy it takes to concentrate is so great that it diminishes the brain\u2019s ability to also retain information.<\/li><li>If you are constantly struggling to hear in social situations, this may make you want to withdraw. Many people with hearing loss isolate themselves out of embarrassment or frustration at their inability to follow conversations the way they once could. Isolation means your brain is getting less stimulation, which can hurt your memory.<\/li><li>Isolation can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression. This can change the way your brain functions and negatively impact your brain\u2019s ability to retain information.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treat Hearing Loss and Improve Your Memory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are concerned about the effects untreated hearing loss is having on your memory, make an appointment for a hearing test. Hearing tests are quick, painless and offer same-day results that can let you know the severity of your hearing loss, as well as the best treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most likely <a href=\"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/hearing-health-care\/benefits-of-hearing-aids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing aids will be recommended<\/a>. Hearing aids help maximize your hearing capability so that you aren\u2019t struggling to understand what is being said. This gives you the ability to focus on retaining information and improves your memory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you aren\u2019t struggling as much to hear, you\u2019ll be less likely to isolate, and your brain will get the proper amount of stimulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have additional questions about memory and hearing loss or wish to schedule an appointment with a hearing loss expert, call Chelmsford Hearing Group today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/hearing-loss-and-the-workplace-what-to-know\/\" class=\"related-post\">Hearing Loss and the Workplace: What To Know<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/four-hearing-health-resolutions-for-the-new-year\/\" class=\"related-post\">Four Hearing Health Resolutions for the New Year<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/massachusettshearinggroup.com\/navigating-thanksgiving-conversations-with-hearing-loss\/\" class=\"related-post\">Navigating Thanksgiving Conversations with Hearing Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing loss makes it hard to connect with the world around you. While it often starts gradually, if you experience hearing loss, you may notice some of these common signs: Family or friends have remarked on your hearing. It seems like people mumble a lot, or you need them to repeat themselves often. You have&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1926,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"If you have hearing loss, you may notice that you are struggling with your memory. 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