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[What's Right, What's Wrong]

Public Speaking

Talking to Somebody That is Hard of Hearing

Wrong: Knowing that a person is hard of hearing, make believe you are talking by moving your mouth but actually not saying anything. This is a weird and impolite way of trying to be funny or sarcastically clever. Then in addition when finally talking to the person with a hearing problem, completely disregard what you could do to make it easier for that person to hear and understand. Get angry if they don't understand the first time.

Right: When talking to someone that is hard of hearing (partially deaf) it is important to talk directly to that person and if possible, to his or her better hearing ear. By doing just that, it makes it much easier for the impaired hearing individual to understand what you are saying and helps to maintain a flowing conversation.

Comments:

My right ear is completely dead. I use a hearing aid in my left ear (I received my hearing problem while I was in the NAVY from the continued loud explosions from the cannons on our ship). My 12 year old granddaughter (when talking to me) comes very close, turns to the side of my good hearing ear that has the hearing aid and speaks slowly and distinctly. Incidentally I hear and understand every word this wonderful, caring 12 year old has to say. It is a pleasure to have a conversation with her.
- Murry S., NY

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