Have you ever heard someone saying something like “there was a breakdown in communication”? Communication involves the successful exchange of information between two or more individuals. A communication breakdown can lead to frustration, despite often simply being a result of different communication and listening styles. If you are a hearing implant recipient, experiencing communication breakdowns
When your child is first learning to put words together, it can be tempting to use simple words or sentences with them. Through using language strategies such as expansion and extension, you can encourage your child to learn new language.
Check out these simple strategies for active reading to build your child’s reading comprehension. These strategies can be applied to any book or story. So, choose a book with a subject that your child is interested in.
Have you ever noticed your child nodding out of context, or giving answers that are not appropriate or relevant to the question or conversation at hand? Sometimes, children with hearing loss can become familiar with common words or phrases used in certain situations, and use these without actually actively listening to or understanding what is
For people with hearing loss, talking on the phone can be a challenging and sometimes daunting experience. Keri Reynolds is a bilateral cochlear implant recipient who is also a part of the MED-EL USA Team. In her latest post, Keri shares her handy tips for talking on the telephone with a hearing implant.
Does your child love driving their toy truck or car all around the house? Toy vehicles are a great option for rehabilitation at home or at school. With a bit of imagination, you can use your child’s favorite toy vehicle to build their communication and listening skills. In this activity example, we will use a
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