{"id":31064,"date":"2020-09-21T00:51:09","date_gmt":"2020-09-21T04:51:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/losgatosaudiology.com\/?p=31064"},"modified":"2020-09-21T00:51:09","modified_gmt":"2020-09-21T04:51:09","slug":"celebrate-world-alzheimers-month-with-a-hearing-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/losgatosaudiology.com\/celebrate-world-alzheimers-month-with-a-hearing-test\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate World Alzheimer’s Month with a Hearing Test"},"content":{"rendered":"

Several years ago, September was designated World Alzheimer\u2019s Month. During this month, Alzheimer\u2019s Disease International raises awareness on dementia, and helps people understand why it\u2019s so common. At least <\/span>50 million people<\/span><\/a> around the world suffer from dementia or Alzheimer\u2019s disease, and that number is expected to grow in the next few years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Understanding Alzheimer\u2019s Disease<\/span><\/h3>\n

Adults over the age of 65 are the most at risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer\u2019s disease. This disease impacts seniors as well as their family, friends, and caregivers. Alzheimer\u2019s disease is a progressive disease, meaning it will get worse as time goes on. Dementia and Alzheimer\u2019s disease affects the brain. A growth of cells, called plaques and tangles, disrupts normal brain function, and leads to cognitive decline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the early signs of Alzheimer\u2019s disease include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Memory loss<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Confusion<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Getting lost in familiar places<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Difficulty with simple tasks like paying the bills<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Difficulty with daily tasks, like getting dressed or eating<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Having poor judgment, like leaving the house with a warm coat on a hot day<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Experiencing changes in personality or mood<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    These are just some of the common signs of dementia or Alzheimer\u2019s disease. If you\u2019ve noticed any of these symptoms in yourself or a loved one, visit your primary physician as soon as possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    How Hearing Loss Affects Cognition<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Hearing loss is one of the risk factors for developing dementia or Alzheimer\u2019s disease. If you have hearing loss, you\u2019re more likely to develop Alzheimer\u2019s disease. This is because hearing loss affects cognition. Our cognitive ability can be impacted by a number of factors, including age, our lifestyle choices, or even the medications we take.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Hearing clearly helps our brain function at its best, but hearing loss decreases cognitive health. When we have hearing loss, the neural networks in the brain that process sounds aren\u2019t getting enough information about the sounds around you. The longer you live with untreated hearing loss, the more these neural pathways are damaged by lack of use. The pathways can be disrupted and cells in these areas may die.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    This damage from hearing loss reduces our cognitive function. It also paves the way for dementia or Alzheimer\u2019s disease. When we\u2019re not exercising our brains with the right kind of input, dementia can further disrupt these weakened neural networks in the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Hearing Loss and Isolation\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Another link between hearing loss and dementia is social isolation. We all rely on our family and friends to bring meaning and joy into our lives. Our social circles are also important to our mental wellbeing. Hearing loss can drive a wedge between us and the people we love. If you\u2019re living with untreated hearing loss, you\u2019ll have a hard time communicating with your friends. You may ask them to repeat themselves or get frustrated that you just can\u2019t hear what\u2019s being said. When you\u2019re straining to hear you\u2019re also putting a lot of stress on your brain. Hearing loss can lead to physical and mental exhaustion that will increase your risk of developing Alzheimer\u2019s disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Your social life is incredibly important for your cognitive health. Getting together with friends keeps your mind sharp and exercises all the neural pathways in your brain. It\u2019s also a great motivator to be more physically active, and you\u2019ll keep your brain healthy as your muscles and your heart stay strong.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Why Treating Hearing Loss Is So Important\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

    If you have hearing loss, the best thing you can do for your health and wellbeing is to treat your hearing loss. Wearing hearing aids will help you hear all the sounds you\u2019re straining to hear. Your brain will get the right kind of exercise and you\u2019ll be keeping your neural pathways strong and healthy. You\u2019ll also be able to enjoy your social life, easily hearing what your loved ones are saying.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Take a Hearing Test<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Celebrate World Alzheimer\u2019s Month with a hearing test. Our team provides comprehensive hearing health services and can help you explore your hearing aid options. Our hearing aids are calibrated to exactly fit your hearing needs. You\u2019ll also be able to select from a number of advanced programs, like speech enhancement, connectivity, or noise reduction. Find out more about your unique hearing loss, and what you can do to hear better.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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