Signs of hearing loss in children

Important Signs of Hearing Loss in Children:

Children are sometimes misdiagnosed with compartmental issues, when in some cases the problem may be because of a mild or moderate hearing loss that hasn’t been detected and treated. The following are signs to alert you to seek a hearing professional to have a hearing evaluation.

• Speech delays
• The child seems distracted in the classroom
• Asks for repetition frequently
• Increases the Tv volume
• Has had ear infections often
• Talks loudly
• Don’t follow instructions precisely
• Tells you they have difficulty understanding
• Learning difficulties (replacing some letters and sounds)
• Not responding fast when somebody calls his/her name
• Always turns the head to a specific side to hear better.
• Anxiety or signs of depression