Overcoming the Challenges of Veteran Hearing Loss and Mental Health

Holding space for the ongoing discussion of what our service members sacrifice is just as important as thanking Veterans for serving. Their hardships range from apparent physical injury and loss to the unseen — lost time with family, hidden disability, and even struggles with mental health. You know that tinnitus and hearing loss is incredibly prevalent among Veterans and members of the military. When that hearing loss fuels feelings of isolation and depression, mental health can suffer. In our blog, we look at why so many Veterans are hard-of-hearing, the connection between hearing loss and Veteran mental health, and provide resources for our Veteran community. Read “Hearing Loss and Mental Health: Risks and Resources for Veterans”