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The purpose of the scale is to identify the problems your hearing loss may be causing you. Print this page then answer either Yes, Sometimes, or No for each of the questions. Do not skip a question if you avoid a situation because of a hearing problem. See below for scoring.

Please read each question and check the box that applies to you Yes Sometimes No
Does a hearing problem cause you to feel embarrassed when meeting new people?      
Does a hearing problem cause you to feel frustrated when talking to members of your family?      
Do you have difficulty hearing when someone speaks in a whisper?      
Do you feel handicapped by a hearing problem?      
Does a hearing problem cause you difficulty when visiting with friends, relatives or neighbors?      
Does a hearing problem cause you difficulty in the movies, the theater or when attending religious services?      
Does a hearing problem cause you to have arguments with family members?      
Does a hearing problem cause you difficulty when listening to TV or radio?      
Do you feel that any difficulty with your hearing limits or hampers your personal or social life?      
Does a hearing problem cause you difficulty when in a restaurant with relatives or friends?      

Using the scoring formula shown below calculate the total number of points scored

Scoring

 Yes = 4 pts
Sometimes = 2 pts
No = 0 pts

If you scored higher than 8 pts on this Test Your Hearing questionnaire it is highly recommended that you make an appointment for a hearing evaluation that is conducted by a professional hearing health care provider. If you suspect a hearing loss, call your doctor, or visit the Island Hearing location nearest you. We can help!

Test Your Hearing | How We Hear | Hearing Loss | Communicating with the Hard of Hearing

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