Hearing loss affects not just how someone hears, but how they communicate. To overcome this people tend to develop a particular communication style, and we can group these into three basic communication styles: passive, assertive, and aggressive. If you’ve got hearing loss, understanding your own communication style can help you to better communicate. As you
Another important part of cochlear implant rehabilitation involves learning strategies to improve your daily communication. This includes strategies to improve your listening environment, communication strategies for you as a CI recipient, and for you to share with your communication partner(s).
Vocabulary building is very important for every child – not just for speaking, but for reading too. With that in mind, here are different ways to help build your child’s vocabulary, whatever their stage of development. Stage 1. Up To Single Words Try these strategies for children in the early stage of communication development
Welcome to our new series on cochlear implant rehabilitation for adults. It’s all about helping you achieve your best with your cochlear implant, from what you can expect, to activities you can practice at home. We will also share handy tips and resources to help you on your hearing journey. First up, let’s take a
You might remember talented sport star Jodie Ounsley. The 18-year-old British rugby player is not only causing a sensation on the pitch, but is also now getting behind the wheels of her first car. In this post, Jodie tells us what it’s like learning to drive with a cochlear implant, and how the Roger Pen
Today’s Rehab At Home post is about sabotage. Although the word ‘sabotage’ has a slightly negative connotation, in rehabilitation we use ‘sabotage’ to help children learn about communication. Using sabotage creates a need or reason for a child to talk. We’re going to look more at why we use sabotage, and explain some ways you
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