Signs of hearing loss
In Singapore, at least 500,000 individuals suffer from hearing loss1. The signs may vary depending on the severity of the condition, but some common signs you may observe include:
- Frequently asking others to repeat themselves or speak louder
- Speaking loudly or shouting when they don't need to
- Needing to turn up the volume on the TV or radio
- Difficulty understanding speech or following instructions, especially in noisy environments
- Difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds
- Feeling fatigued or stressed after trying to follow conversations
- (For children) Delayed or unclear speech, or difficulty with articulation
- (For children) Pulling, tugging, or scratching at their ears
- (For children) Inconsistent responses to sounds, such as not reacting to loud noises or only responding to sound when looking directly at the source
1Statistics retrieved from The Singapore Association For The Deaf