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hearing, people can stay more
connected with family and friends,
keeping their minds sharp.
Reduces Stress and Anxiety
Hearing loss can cause frustration
and stress. Struggling to
understand people, missing out
on conversations, or feeling left
out can lead to anxiety and even
depression. Hearing clearly makes
people feel more confident in
conversations, reducing stress and
improving emotional well-being.
Supports Healthy Sleep
Hearing loss can affect sleep
quality. When the brain has
to work harder to process
sounds all day, it may stay in a
heightened state of alertness,
making relaxation and sleep
more difficult. With improved
hearing, the brain experiences
less strain, leading to better
rest and overall brain function.
Conclusion
Hearing plays a significant role
in brain health. From boosting
memory to preventing brain
shrinkage and improving social
connections, better hearing helps
keep the mind sharp and active.
Scientists continue to study the
connection between hearing and
brain function, but the message
is clear: Good hearing isn’t just
about communication — it’s key
to a strong and healthy brain.
What Can I Do?
1
Get Regular Hearing
Checkups. There are
free, do-it-yourself ways to
check your hearing through
apps on a smartphone, but
a professional audiologist
is an excellent first step.
Also, ask your primary
care physician to check
for excess earwax.
2
Protect Your Hearing,
and Use Hearing Aids
if Needed. Regulate the
volume of sounds you
can control, and wear
earplugs when you know
you might be confronted
with loud noises; if you
already have hearing loss,
hearing aids can help
manage and reinforce
the sounds around you.
3
Engage in Active
Listening. When you
participate in conversations,
listen to music, and
challenge your brain
with new sounds, you’re
strengthening your memory
and focus. Listening
carefully, protecting your
ears, and supplementing
your hearing loss make
for “good vibrations.”
Learn more at BetterBrainNation.org
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