In this article, we'll look at steps you can take to begin accepting that your hearing might not be what it once was.

It's always best to let the professionals assess your hearing, but I get it, sometimes it takes a little more convincing before you're ready to take the next step and schedule an appointment with an audiologist.

I want to make sure you know where to begin if you're fed up and ready to make a life-giving change. I also include a few self-assessment tests I recommend and trust to help you in this process.

Let’s get right to the nitty-gritty, shall we?

Studies estimate that if you have mild hearing loss, which is only a hearing loss of 20 to 40 decibels, you are twice as likely to develop dementia. But if you have a moderate hearing loss of 41 to 60 decibels, you are five times more likely to develop dementia.[11]

Why? Well, study after study proves that hearing difficulties are directly related to challenges with cognition, and as hearing loss worsens, most likely, so will your cognitive function.

It’s essential to keep in mind that decreased cognitive function does not necessarily mean you have dementia as a result of your hearing loss. But it doesn’t rule it out either, which is why it is so important to have a team of medical providers who will work together and take a holistic approach to assess your health.

Read on to learn how we can fight the good fight together!