Deaf, Not Dumb: The Life-Saving Impact of Hearing Aids | Christy Vogel | TEDxSouthHowardAvenue
As a sixth grader, Vogel participated in a hearing test. The only problem – she never heard the proverbial beeps. Vogel was hearing impaired and without the means or insurance to secure hearing aids. Fast forward to her mid-20s, and Vogel finally experienced the power of sound.
Vogel shares her journey and the impact of the high costs of hearing aids on adolescent addiction and suicidal ideation. It’s time to listen.
Christy Vogel is passionate about her mission to ignite joy in everyone she meets. She’s been leaving her mark in the industry by providing her clients with expert marketing talent and results-oriented programs to help them reach their goals. With over 25 years of marketing experience, Christy understands how vital marketing leadership can be to the success of any corporation. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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I suffer with awful Tinnitus but thanks to the NHS I’m fitted with state of the art hearing aids at no charge,
the worst bit is the knowledge that American corporations are trying to take the NHS over.
@FredBloggs-d8u
I was in first grade when I lost my hearing spontaneously. My teacher thought I was teasing her and she promptly cracked a ruler on my head. A doctor visit and I regained hearing in one ear. No problem till 4th grade when I took the same test you did in front of my class. I was so embarassed that I was deaf in one ear.. Later in life ; my school superintendent, called my mom to say I would qualify for a scholarship to college for the hearing impaired. My mom said I didn’t need one. In a way I am glad she did that. I went to college and graduated as a veterinarian being hearing impaired; and having narcolepsy and cataplexy (no one knew of any of I have hearing aids, my narcolepsy is being treated, and I have cataplexy. As a student I compensated for my hearing loss; I always sat in front of the class, and even had a professor comment “Stewart ; do you have to sit in front of me with a large cup of coffee and four donuts every morning? I replied that if I was not drinking that coffee I would fall asleep.
@stewartkeskitalo9757
The tears are just flowing down my eyes i got hearing impaired somewere along the way suddenly voices got low i never notice untill in my mid forties when i took a hearing test tank you so much for sharing this topic , so people can understand the life of the deft or hearing impaired.❤
@khadijahkhan2991
I know I need an earring aid but do not know where to begin looking for a test or a hearing aid. How do people know where to begin. Do they come with any contract or service agreement.
@Jean-ni6of
My question is why to often school districts didn't step in and help obtain hearing aids and FM systems. Why allow the student to suffer and place the problem upon the patent. Students need to be saved and supported at every possible way so they may obtain an education as equal as any other child attending school. 😢 In many states, districts AKA Special Education Department can provide with low incident funding made available; why must they deny a child or pass the ball onto the parent. Only to save a $1.00. It's unjustified
@Ms_Agui
Yes absolutely I am hearing impaired now hearing you I understand more
@lorrainechristie8090
Thank you ! I am nearly 77 and have been wearing various hearing aids since 2016. In Australia the Government financial assistance for the cost of hearing aids is minimal…my current set cost $6000 and still don't totally work for me even after MANY return visits to the audiologist….coupled with hardware failures in that time, which (thankfully!) the manufacturers have covered under warranty.
My audiologist now says that I 'probably' need to now upgrade to the latest 'improved' models (which will be over $11000)…that is not monetarily possible for me, and yes, it is depressing at times.
Again, thank you for bringing these things out into the public arena…I hope I live long enough to see a change in attitude from legislators AND the public in general towards those struggling with hearing impairment.
Peter
@Harrasment
I find it difficult to understand why Medicare and private insurance do not cover hearing aids. I’m in my early 70’s and have had hearing loss for 10+ years and it’s finally getting to the point that I feel the need to look into hearing aids. It isn’t easy for retirees to come up with that much money out of pocket. Even 50% insurance coverage would be beneficial and appreciated.
@vlunceford
Not being able to hear will totally isolate you.
@maxrhiabelleagilityclass4836
As a long time ICU nurse I did not know I had such a hearing loss until COVID and we all had to wear mask and OMG. I was doing so much lip reading….
@maxrhiabelleagilityclass4836
I'm very deaf. In the UK, hearing aids are free under the NHS for anyone. I'm deeply saddened that children are deprived of such an opportunity in your country. Adults, too. 😢
I intend to donate to any charity here that benefits deaf people.
@manichairdo9265
As a hard of hearing person, . I want to thank you for sharing your story and turning tragedy into beneficial and saving the lives of people with hearing loss. I have being wearing hearing aids as a kid. Thank you for sharing your struggles of lipreading and listening relying on sounds. Many people do think that we often "ignore" them when we actually do not hear what they said and it is because of the level of our hearing. loss.
Some people need to really see that lipreading is a form of listening as well. This is a well done presentation. I am glad you do have a foundation that adovacte the importance of providing access to hearing aids for those who need. I'm so sorry for your loss of your family members.
@sweetlikez
I hided my hearing problem ever since 5th grade until there was listening and speaking test that taught me to admit it.
@Alovakinny85
Thank you for sharing your story and for initiating this wonderful project to bring the joy of sound to hearing-impaired individuals.
At 20, I lost my hearing to a severe degree, making life extremely challenging. Now 24, I'm still adapting to this new reality. I'm using simple hearing aids, but financial constraints prevent me from acquiring advanced models. While my hearing aids provide some assistance, attending classes and working in an office palce still remain difficult.
Your words resonate deeply with me. I've often considered dropping out of postgraduate school due to feelings of isolation in discussions. Frustration and despair have driven me to contemplate desperate measures, including drugs and, ashamedly, suicidal thoughts. However, I've resisted acting on those impulses and it is consistent fight to not give up to them.
Seeking solace, I've searched online for others' experiences, finding hope in their stories. Your words offer similar comfort, reassuring me that there's a brighter future ahead.
This hope fuels my conviction that together, we can create a more inclusive and accommodating world for everyone.
@ahmetbutt
You are changing the lives of children. Thank you for all that you do and your huge heart.
@wow828374
Not every deaf child can benefit from cochlear implant
@anthony64632
I can relate what you have said as a person who had hearing loss from birth but found out at the age of 42! After tens of hearing aids now with a new hearing aids I started hearing things that wasn't before. I realize now why I was always in the front row, learned less, struggled in studies, lost so many jobs, low self esteem and of course much distracted from surroundings. There should be a bigger efforts from government and organizations to address hearing problems in people and help them with medical assistance. Good luck with your initiative.
@salsYThandle
Thanks for the story
@DIABETESHEALTHS
audiologists need to expand there scope on hearing. They mostly focus on hearing speech and i get it because thats how hearing aids are developed. Ive posted this question a few times in various places and never get an answer. We are told that normal hearing can withstand 80-85 DB a long timer before any damage is done. THE QUESTION is when you have damaged hearing with some severe to profound loss in both ears are you still safe at those levels or does that threshold now drop to 60 70 db or stay the same at 80 to 85 db
@DonAlderOfficial
I don’t remember giving permission for you to tell my life story. Thank you for your advocacy.
@Heyentah
Thank you for this video .I am a C I user and I know where you are coming from. I spent my high school years in the 1970s and was put in a slow learners class where at school we were called the Dunstan dummies . My teachers treated me as though I was Distracted and not concentrating on my school work at that stage I was put at the back of the class and got bad reports sent to my parents .
@tonycraib5939
Thank you for sharing your story. My hearing aids are under a $1000. They are not the greatest but they at least allow me to hear better than I can without them. I would love to see what an expensive pair of hearing aids would do to improve my hearing but I can't justify spending that much money on hearing aids that only last for a few years.
@violetclawsstudio7427
I am 25 years old and I still struggle to feel confident wearing hearing aids and I struggle to admit I have hearing impairment.
@matthewkesterholman5589
I was not diagnosed as having moderate impaired hearing by an ENT specialist until my mid forties. I was referred to the public hospital audiology clinic, tested, and had to buy hearing aids. Of the cost of $7000 the government subsidy was only $1000. I was on welfare for health issues at the time so it was a financial struggle. The hearing aids were the old fashioned flesh coloured ear canal type. I was embarrassed to wear and use them because I didn’t want to look like a 70 year old at 40. I became after my time on welfare, an English language teacher with foreign students – and so not hearing students some of whom were were still developing speaking skills. I was then able on my teaching salary to attend a private audiology clinic. By then the new smaller smarter ie microchip technology hearing aids were available but cost $10 to 12 thousand (government subsidiary still only $1,000. It radically changed my life socially, professionally and mentally – once my brain got accustomed to the intrusive sounds of footsteps, birdcalls, rustling turning pages of news papers. But I WAS finally able to hear the sound of rain on the corrugated roof – my favourite sound.
@philodonoghue3062