Your hearing questionnaire

Our hearing questionnaire will help you identify the signs of hearing loss, which is crucial for early intervention.

Use our hearing questionnaire to see if you are showing signs of hearing loss.

Complete this simple hearing questionnaire to see if you are showing signs of common indicators that may suggest a decline in your hearing. You may want a loved one to give you their responses as well. Sometimes admitting the truth can be difficult.

Please respond to the following questions with simple ‘Yes,’ ‘Sometimes’ or ‘No,’ answers.

For every ‘Yes’ score 3 points, for every ‘Sometimes’ score 2 points, and for every ‘No’ score 1 point.

1. Daily Communication:

1. Do you frequently ask others to repeat themselves?
2. Have you been told you speak too loudly?
3. Is it challenging to understand conversations in noisy places?

2. Media and Technology:

1. Do you often increase the volume on your TV or radio?
2. Is phone conversation clarity an issue?
3. When you use headphones do others find the volume too loud?

3. Social Situations:

1. Have you avoided social activities due to difficulty hearing?
2. Do you feel others mumble or speak unclearly?
3. Have you missed important information in meetings or gatherings?

4. Personal Awareness:

1. Do you experience ringing or buzzing sounds in your ears?
2. Do you misunderstand words or respond inappropriately in conversations?
3. Have you noticed a gradual decline in hearing over time?

5. Environmental Sounds:

1. Do you struggle to hear doorbells, alarms, or the phone ringing easily?
2. Are you unaware of common sounds like footsteps or birdsong?
3. Do you find it hard to locate the source of sounds around you?

6. Medical History:

1. Have you had ear infections or injuries before?
2. Is there a family history of hearing loss?
3. Are you currently taking medications known to affect hearing?

Scoring:

18-27 points: Low likelihood of hearing loss.

28-39 points: Moderate possibility; consider a professional hearing assessment.

40+ points: Higher likelihood; consult with one of our expert audiologists for a comprehensive hearing assessment.

Embracing the journey to better hearing involves not only identifying and addressing the physical aspects of hearing loss but also acknowledging its emotional and social implications. The decision to seek professional help is a proactive stride toward an improved quality of life, enriched social connections, and enhanced overall well-being.