The Consumer Handbook on Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids: A Bridge to HealingRichard Carmen Explores the causes and management of hearing loss and the corrective products and resources available. This book offers explanations on types and care of aids. It also examines the anger, frustration, and denial often experienced by those with hearing loss and provides counsel to help deal with a variety of emotions. |
Contents
FOREWORD | 1 |
Aging and Hearing Loss | 21 |
The Process of Hearing Loss | 43 |
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The Consumer Handbook on Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids: A Bridge to Healing Richard Carmen No preview available - 2009 |
The Consumer Handbook on Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids: A Bridge to Healing Richard Carmen No preview available - 2009 |
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