The problem of convincing a loved our to seek help for a hearing impairment is so great, theres even an entire 100+ page book devoted to it titled How hearing loss impacts relationships: Motivating your loved one. Here are a few key takeaways from Richard Carmens book: 1. “Understand that being the ears of your loved one is not an act of love.” 2. “Assisting loved ones in denial is counterproductive and encourages co-dependent relationships. Continuing to give help could lead to your loved ones failure in life as well as impact many aspects of their quality of life such as performance on the job. It is important you understand the areas impacted by untreated hearing loss as documented on the Better Hearing Institute website.” 3. “And remember if you continue to help them why should they seek help?” 4. “Make it your ULTIMATE goal to have your loved one hear independent of you; and dont do it alone. Get your entire family and their friends in your corner in a productive conspiracy to get your loved one in denial to finally realize they have a hearing problem.” 5. “Dr. Carmens practical tips are: STOP repeating yourself! STOP raising your voice! STOP being the messenger by carrying the communication load for the family! In essence this means, STOP BEING THEIR EARS! “
Posted on: Thu, 23 Jan 2014 00:10:03 +0000
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